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Ornamenting the »Cold Roast«
The Domestic Architecture and Interior Design of Upper-Class Boston Homes, 1760-1880
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Dorothee Wagner von Hoff
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English
Published/Copyright:
2014
About this book
This book presents the meticulous case studies of three individual houses from different eras, which serve to depict the social, political, and cultural effects that domestic architecture and interior design had on the upper class, the city of Boston, and a national American identity. It takes the reader on a journey to 18th and 19th century Boston and provides insight into the lives of these prominent men and women as seen through the perspective of their homes. It is a novel examination of the cultural significance of domestic architecture and interior design and, because of its story-telling character and extensive attention to detail, it is fascinating for curious readers and cultural historians alike.
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Planerin, 2 (2013)
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Frontmatter
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Table of Contents
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Acknowledgements
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Introduction
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A Brief History of Living and Family Life in America
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The Upper Class in America and Boston
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The Profession of Architecture in America
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Domestic Architecture in America
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Interiors and Furnishings
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Conclusion
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Works Cited
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Appendix I: Glossary
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Appendix II: Beacon Hill Architectural Guidelines
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Appendix III: Harrison Gray Otis Logbook
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eBook published on:
March 12, 2014
eBook ISBN:
9783839422762
Edition:
1. Aufl.
Pages and Images/Illustrations in book
Main content:
340
Illustrations:
32
Coloured Illustrations:
10
eBook ISBN:
9783839422762
Keywords for this book
Boston; Boston; Domestic Architecture; Domestic Architecture; Interior Design; Interior Design; Upper Class; Upper Class; Architecture; Architecture; Design; Design; America; America; American History; American History; Cultural History; Cultural History; Cultural Studies; Cultural Studies
Audience(s) for this book
For an expert adult audience, including professional development and academic research
