The arts and crafts movement in California

Explore the unique Arts and Crafts movement that flourished in California between 1895 and 1930, celebrated by English designer Charles R. Ashbee as some of America's finest work. This publication showcases the beauty, skill, and variety of objects and architecture inspired by California's distinctive scenery and romantic past. Through enlightening essays by astute scholars, discover new insights into the movement's architecture, garden design, interiors, and decorative arts. The book concludes with extensive artists' biographies and company histories, offering a comprehensive look at this idealistic era.