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The Style Sourcebook:
The Definitive Illustrated Directory
of Fabrics, Wallpapers,
Paints, Flooring and Tiles

2,300 color photographs cover major design styles such as Gothic, Empire, Baroque, Neo-Classical, Victorian, Art Nouveau, Art Deco, Hi-Tech, and Post-Modern. The history and influences of dominant design styles are organized chronologically from Medieval to late 20th century. In each section -- for example, Geometrics: Early 20th century; or Damask & Brocade: 18th century -- readers will find full color photographs of all variety of fabric, tile, paper, wood and flooring.

Victorian Style

A beautiful volume that covers all aspects of Victorian interiors. Profusely illustrated with hundreds of color photographs.

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Gothic Revival

At the height of the Victorian period, a passion for the Gothic style swept England and spread far beyond. Gothic architecture, associated with the social and cultural ideals of the Middle Ages, was seen as a means of remaking the modern world. In this exposition, Chris Brooks unravels the layers of meaning that Gothic held for its many reinventors.

The Color Wheel Big Color Wheel 27 in. diameter large color mixing tool

Large enough to permit students to learn color mixing and basic color relationships by employing "hands on" techniques. 27 in. diameter is 300% larger than standard wheel.

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