European Decorative Arts

European Decorative Arts

Thomas Michie, 2015

Overview

The Museum of Fine Arts, Boston's collection of European decorative arts offers a journey through centuries of craftsmanship and cultural exchange. Objects range from intricate automatons and ornate croziers to small-scale salt cellars and grand wood panelling. Spanning over a millennium, the collection includes pieces from the post-Roman era to the modern computer age. These works showcase interactions between European countries, revivals of ancient styles, and trade with India and China.

Who it's for

• Collectors of decorative arts
• Students of art history
• Museum enthusiasts
• Those interested in European cultural history

Key features

• Language: English
• Pages: 224
• Binding: Softcover
• ISBN: 9780878468225
• Publisher: MFA Publications
• Year: 2015