An American Vision: Henry Francis Du Pont's Winterthur Museum
by Wendy A. Cooper, Tara Louise Gleason, Katharine A. John, Henry Francis Du Pont Winterthur Museum, National Gallery Of Art (U. S.)
An illustrated guide to Winterthur Museum, its American decorative arts collection, and the vision of founder Henry Francis du Pont.
About This Book
This volume presents the story of Winterthur Museum, founded by Henry Francis du Pont to showcase exceptional examples of American decorative arts.
The book highlights the museum's renowned collection of furniture, textiles, ceramics, and silver from the colonial period through the nineteenth century.
Readers gain insight into du Pont's vision for creating a comprehensive museum dedicated to the material culture of early America.
Essays and photography document the historic house, gardens, and the curatorial approach that shaped Winterthur into a leading institution.
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