Download or read book Victorian Designs for the Home written by Charles Newton and published by Victoria & Albert Museum. This book was released on 1999 with total page 152 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "During the years of Victoria's reign (1837-1901) a wealth of innovative design was produced, characterised by conflicting desires for tradition and progress. This book reveals the rich variety of styles which emerged, such as revivals of Gothic and Rococo, a new fascination with the East in Japonisme, and the appearance of Art Nouveau and Arts & Crafts Movements. Many of the designs are beautiful works of art in themselves, including delicate watercolours executed in exquisite detail. The relationship between design and finished object is explored through the wide range of pieces from the V&A's rich collections. The designs are for the home - from furniture and tableware to wallpapers, textiles and tiles - and they combine to build a picture of Victorian taste and style which will be an indispensable resource for anyone with an interest in the period." - back cover.