In the original dustsheet. Red cloth binding with gilt title on the spine.

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First edition (first printing). Hardback in dust wrapper (red boards with gilt titling to the spine) 232pp; Index; Bibliography; Contains: Black & white photographs; Colour photographs.

“The Arts and Crafts movement grew out of the reaction against 19th century industrialization and the decline in quality resulting from mass-production. The ideals of the movement’s founders, William Morris and John Ruskin, found a practical outlet in the formation of art guilds which, like their medieval counterparts, provided workshops and meetings-places for the fastidious craftsman. The aims and ideals of the Arts and Crafts were not confined to Britain: the parallel movement in America was equally important and influential. Both countries experienced a flowering of small village-based craft communities and a rapid interchange of ideas followed the transatlantic visits of a number of important designers . The history of the Arts and Crafts movement is here traced in detail from its inception to decline in both Britain and America, examines fully its aims, achievements and political relevance . These are profusely illustrated by examples of works in wood, metal, glass, ceramics and fabrics beautifully photographed in both color and black and white, many of which are published for the first time.” – dust jacket description. VG- (book shows minor age toning on top third of text block, all pages clear and intact – dust jacket shows minimal wear at edges).