"Shaker" is an illustrated exploration of the unique lifestyle of the American "Shaker" celibate religious communities founded in the 18th century by an English Quaker, Ann Lee. A major feature of Shaker life was the emphasis on self-sufficientcy: houses, farm buildings, furniture, tools, utensils, clothes and textiles - all were hand-made according to a craft tradition that linked form and function with "godly" virtues of plainess, simplicity and fitness. The beautiful objects that resulted are not only now highly valued as collector's pieces but also as sources of inspiration for contemporary design-makers.
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Vendeur : Zardoz Books, Westbury, WILTS, Royaume-Uni
Etat : fine. Illustrated (illustrateur). 1st Cassell Illustrated 1991 large edition paperback vg++ to fine book In stock shipped from our UK warehouse. N° de réf. du vendeur 93923
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Vendeur : Bluebird Books (RMABA, IOBA), Littleton, CO, Etats-Unis
Softcover. Etat : Near Fine. Illustrated (illustrateur). A guide to the religious community known as the Shakers. Per the back cover, "The Shakers were nineteenth-century America's largest and best known communal utopian society." Worshipping by performing a ritual dance (which is the source of the name "Shaker"), the group practiced celibacy and worked diligently to produce simplified items for their communal use, such as woodwork, meeting houses, art, and furniture. With dozens of color photos of their handiwork. --- A softcover in stiff wraps, with photo of a simple dining table to front panel. --- A clean, bright, unmarked copy, though with very mild sunning to covers. (NOTE: Due to the weight of this item, extra shipping charges may be requested for any shipment other than by USPS Media Mail in the US.); Small Quarto - 9 to 11 in. tall; 272 pages. N° de réf. du vendeur 86259
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Vendeur : WorldofBooks, Goring-By-Sea, WS, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : Very Good. Illustrated (illustrateur). The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. N° de réf. du vendeur GOR001488852
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Vendeur : MW Books, New York, NY, Etats-Unis
Illustrated (illustrateur). First Edition. Postcards and shaker chairs pamphlet loosely inserted. Near fine paperback copy; edges very slightly dulled. Remains particularly well-preserved overall; tight, bright, clean and especially sharp-cornered. Physical description; 272 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 28 cm. Notes; Includes bibliographical references (p. [270]) and index. Subjects; Shakers United States Social life and customs. Shaker decorative arts. Shaker furniture. Shaker design. Nonconformist churches. Religious communities United States. Interior Design. 3 Kg. N° de réf. du vendeur 399945
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Vendeur : Cambridge Recycled Books, Cambridge, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : Good. Illustrated (illustrateur). Fading to spine. Same day dispatch (Mon- Fri) from the UK if ordered by 1pm. N° de réf. du vendeur UG03210414020
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Vendeur : MW Books Ltd., Galway, Irlande
Illustrated (illustrateur). First Edition. Postcards and shaker chairs pamphlet loosely inserted. Near fine paperback copy; edges very slightly dulled. Remains particularly well-preserved overall; tight, bright, clean and especially sharp-cornered. Physical description; 272 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 28 cm. Notes; Includes bibliographical references (p. [270]) and index. Subjects; Shakers United States Social life and customs. Shaker decorative arts. Shaker furniture. Shaker design. Nonconformist churches. Religious communities United States. Interior Design. 1 Kg. N° de réf. du vendeur 399945
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Vendeur : Fireside Bookshop, Stroud, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
paperback. Etat : Good. Illustrated (illustrateur). Reprint. Slight fading to spine. Light rubbing to extremities. Reading crease to spine. N° de réf. du vendeur 730845
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