The British surgeon and health campaigner, Thomas Pridgin Teale, published a book called Dangers to Health: A Pictorial Guide to Domestic Sanitary Defects, in 1883. In it he noted: About seven years ago my own children were unwell from ...
Derek and Deanna are expecting their first baby.
Wallpaper has burst back onto the interiors scene and shows no sign of departing.Here, Charlotte Abrahams has scoured the interior design world to create a stunning visual compendium of modern wallpapers.
First ever historical survey of the design and production of wallpaper throughout Europe and America. This book traces the evolution of wallpaper from the early days of wall coverings, to...
From the creator of "Skunk on a String" comes a wordless picture book in Lam's signature paper collage style that tells the story of a young girl who uses her imagination to overcome shyness. Full color.
"The practical examples of wallpapers that are offered in this book are grouped together into thee trends: retro style (inspired by the aesthetics of the 1960s and 70); modern designs (which give an aiar of the contemporary); and classic ...
Wallpaper was initially used as an affordable substitute for lavish coverings, such as frescoes, tapestries, leathers, or hangings. Its current form debuted in sixteenth-century England, and its popularity took off...