Explore the fascinating evolution of color with Anatomy of Color by Patrick Baty, a richly illustrated history of how paint and color have shaped interior design over the last three centuries. This definitive guide explains not only what colors were used in different eras, but why—from the rise of bold primary colors in postwar kitchens to the soft pastels and clean lines that defined the Art Deco movement.
Packed with historical context, design insights, and period color charts, this book is an essential resource for decorators, designers, historians, and anyone passionate about the story behind the shades that fill our homes.
Materials: Hardcover
Published by: W.W. Norton & Co.
Based in: NY, NY
Specifications:8.5 x 1.3 x 10.8 in (21.6 x 3.3 x 27.4 cm)
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