Search Results: Authors starting with A from ART CONSULTING : SCANDINAVIA, Books on Art & Architecture

Sweden 1989. The pre-historic Nordic sagas Volsungarnas Saga, Rolf Krakes Saga, Joms Vikings Saga, Ragnar Lodbroks and His Sons’ Saga and the most famous of the Icelandic Sagas Njal’s Saga are all told in this volume in an intriguing way., Swedish, Year1989, Illust. B/W24, Illust. Color1, ISBN 9171020993, Code 1514. Hardbound, Not in perfect condition., Pages 224, Size 9 1/2” x 6 1/2”

New York 1988. This coloring book, which vividly recreates the many facets of Viking life and conquest, offers hours of rewarding and educational coloring fun. The pictures contain great detail and a brief text describing the scene. Illustrators and artists will appreciate these copyright-free illustrations, which are ideal for book and magazine illustration and a host of other graphic purposes., English, Year1988, Illust. B/W69, Illust. Color4, ISBN 0486256537, Code 1968. Softbound, Not in perfect condition., Pages 48, Size 11”x 8 1/2”

New York 1992. In this volume, a noted scholar of myth and folklore has assembled a rich collection of Northern mythology as preserved in the Eddas and sagas of Iceland. These are the purest versions of the original myths, thanks to the island’s remoteness. Both grand and tragic, these age-old tales tell of the creation of the world; the heroic deeds of Odin, Thor and Siegfried; the machinations of the evil Loki; the fantastical adventures of giants, dwarfs, and elves; the twilight of the gods, and much else. 64 marvelous, atmospheric illustrations add an additional dimension of charm., English, Year1992, Illust. B/W65, Illust. Color0, ISBN 0486273482, Code 1993. RETAIL ONLY.. Softbound, Not in perfect condition., Index. Pages 414, Size 8 1/2”x5 1/2”

Denmark 2011. Thorvaldsen Museum is a building that many would go to just to see it, if it was in Italy. But it is different since it is in Copenhagen , however with Bertel Thorvaldsen's sculptures this museum is a real adventure. Jørgen Aabenhus has written a story for the 13-16 year old youth who breathes life into all the myths and stories as the house and sculptures tell you. Jens Lindhe has photographed the museum, as it has not been seen before. Together the writer and photographer tell a story about an extraordinary house that will forever be changed for those who have read the book. List of illustrations., Danish, Year2011, Illust. B/W0, Illust. Color100, ISBN 9788791984167, Code 6605. Hardbound, In Pristine Condition, Cat. of exh. Pages 207, Size 9 1/2”x 7”

Norway 1984. The 1700’s were an extraordinary period in the development of Norwegian silver, characterized by graceful shapes and flowing designs, (many times with the ornate flourishes of filigree). This book features teapots and services, cutlery, candlesticks, drinking vessels, and an interesting chapter on the personal jewelry of the period. Information about makers’ marks is provided, making this a book as much for the silver collector as for the lover of silver., Norwegian, Year1984, Illust. B/W128, Illust. Color4, ISBN 8270030465, Code 2648. Softbound, In Pristine Condition, Bibl. Pages 80, Size 8”x 5”

Denmark 1994. Anders is on his way to Copenhagen to do an errand for the sharpshooter from Bernstorff Castle - and on his way to a very special experience. A beautifully illustrated children’s book with remarkable historical value., Danish, Year1994, Illust. B/W, Illust. Color16, ISBN 8789970233, Code 3545. Hardbound, In Pristine Condition, Pages 26, Size 10 1/2”x 8”

California 2011. This book is designed to prepare students for the interactive and increasingly engaged global society. It clearly defines concepts that are central to numerous contemporary issues, all of which explain the difficulties arising from encounters with the unfamiliar. The book acknowledges and addresses many central problems facing students as they navigate through rapidly changing environments that may be familiar to some and very unfamiliar to others. Key concepts introduced and defined include culture shock, future shock, cultural relativity; examples demonstrate how students can develop their cultural literacy by expanding their visual perception. As an introductory guide, this resource alternates between similarities and differences of known and lesser-known cultures, seen from the perspectives of the student. A central theme throughout is the role that art plays as a mirror for our society. Appendices provide a series of exercises and experiments that help students understand the… Read More

Finland 1990. One of the foremost silversmiths of his time, Gardberg’s oeuvre extends to jewelry, flatware, holloware, light fixtures, decorative objects, and even sculptures and other articles fashioned from soapstone and obsidian. Examples of all these categories are presented here, with an emphasis on his lovely jewelry. , Finnish/ Swedish, Year1990, Illust. B/W33, Illust. Color39, ISBN 9519595007, Code 2268. Softbound, In near perfect condition, Pages 72, Size 8”sq

Norway 1994. Interesting book on automobiles and their importance in Norway and the world. Examines all kinds of automobiles from 1900 to the present time, and their role in shaping city plans and our life plans. , Norwegian, Year1994, Illust. B/W15, Illust. Color17, ISBN , Code 3224. Softbound, Not in perfect condition., Pages 40, Size 9 1/2” x 6 1/2”

Finland 1990. A richly ill. book on Alvar Aalto including articles: Alvar Aalto teachers ; Article by Alvar Aalto, Nature and Architecture; Creative Work; Man as the Starting Point; Tradition; Culture; Democracy, Planning and Responsibility; Civic Arch. as a Symbol; Science, Architecture,Technology; The Concept of Rationalism; Flexible Standardization; Criticism of International Modernism and Form and Content., English, Year1990, Illust. B/W215, Illust. Color15, ISBN , Code 0108. Softbound, Slightly shopworn, 5th edition, Bio. Pages 168, Size

USA 2004. Painted Rooms' presents an impressive variety of beautifully painted interiors, from colorful traditional Norwegian farmhouses to exciting commercial interiors. The book shows the innovation, experimentation and individuality which has always been an important part of the Norwegian psyche. It also documents a renewed demand for colorful, decorated rooms in Norway.With his new book, Sigmund gives us an exclusive presentation of his interior work for the first time. It showcases the highlights of a career spanning almost 40 years and gives an insight into his unique artistic vision. The broad range of styles and techniques featured in this book makes it a valuable resource for anyone with an interest in interiors, decorative arts or Scandinavian lifestyles and traditions. It is also an indispensable reference book for decorative artists, interior designers and crafts people of any discipline., English, Year2004, Illust. B/W0, Illust. Color223, ISBN 0967458358, Code 6588. Softbound, In… Read More

Norway 1983. The cultural and historical styles from 3000 B.C. until our time in Norway from buildings and everything needed to live, including beautifully crafted and handpainted furniture, utensils, not to mention interesting log farms. These clusters of buildings, one farm, were quite different in Norway from the other Scandinavian countries because they consisted of several buildings. In the event of a fire, it would be more likely that they could save one or more of the buildings, when they were built separately. How they would do everything on the farm: prepare and conserve food products, spin, cart, weave and sew all clothing, etc., Norwegian, Year1983, Illust. B/W141, Illust. Color20, ISBN 8252906559, Code 1325. Hardbound, In Pristine Condition, Index. Pages 194, Size 10”x7”

Norway 1976. This book provides an overview of the art of embroidery and cloth ornamentation, from very early examples in the Middle Ages, including details from the Bayeux tapestry and altar cloths, the finest, most detailed embroidery on linen and silk from the 1500s, traditional embroidery from the 19th century, and embroidery in the Japanese style from the beginning of this century. The book also features a section with very clear drawings that illustrate how to embroider some traditional designs., Norwegian, Year1976, Illust. B/W59, Illust. Color, ISBN 8271430033, Code 2596. Softbound, In Pristine Condition, Bibl. Pages 50, Size 9”x 7”

Denmark 1993. Complete instructions with to scale patterns for making charming dolls out of fabric and paper mache and their stylish costumes--these dolls are in formal period dress including some national costumes., Danish, Year1993, Illust. B/W131, Illust. Color9, ISBN 8789508033, Code 1884. Softbound, In Pristine Condition, Index. Pages 190, Size 12”x8 1/2”

Norway 1998. The planning and construction of the extension of Norway’s primary airport, Gardermoen was Norway’s biggest construction project ever. Gardermoen is Europe’s most modern airport; over 12,000 people and 2,200 contractors worked to make it happen. The Norwegian architects, who designed the buildings are Narud - Stokke - Wiig and Niels Torp in addition to the Danish architectural firm Skaarup & Jeppesen., Norwegian/ English introduction, Year1998, Illust. B/W, Illust. Color53, ISBN 8291414270, Code 3499. Hardbound, In Pristine Condition, Pages 104, Size 12”x 11”

Norway 1992. , Norwegian, Year1992, Illust. B/WSome, Illust. Color, ISBN , Code 6358. Softbound, In Pristine Condition, Pages 7, Size 10”x 8”

Norway 1992. , Norwegian, Year1992, Illust. B/WSome, Illust. Color, ISBN , Code 6357. Softbound, In Pristine Condition, Pages 10, Size 10”x 8”

Finland 2006. An extensive international overview of the present diversity of a unique genre of jewelry design - the chatelaine. The exhibition includes works by over seventy artists from Europe, North and South America, Australia and Japan. The invited artists were free to decide on the type of chatelaine they wished to take and to whom it was to be dedicated. The role models could be famous authors, artists, politicians or philosophers just as well the artistÂ’s friends or relatives not previously known to the public. To accompany the work, the artists have prepared brief texts explaining their choices. All the chatelaines were made specifically for this exhibition from 2002 to 2006. Interesting well crafted avant-garde jewelry, not always very decorative often quite industrial looking., English, Year2006, Illust. B/W62, Illust. Color164, ISBN 9529878516, Code 5948. Softbound, In Pristine Condition, Location of Exhibition: Designmuseo, Helsinki, Finland, 2006-2007, Cat. of exh. Index. Bios.… Read More

Finland 1999. A collection of Higby’s ceramic works, taking its genesis in painting- an aesthetic concern chich has maintained throughout his career. This new collection reveals a new vision both in Higby’s percpetion of ceramic art and in the manner in which he observes the landscape., English, Year1999, Illust. B/W1, Illust. Color24, ISBN 0966813219, Code 5121. Softbound, In Pristine Condition, Cat. of exh. Bios. Bibl. Pages 54, Size 9”sq

Finland 2010. This book draws from the 2003 Bard Center for the Decorative Arts Marimekko exhibition; Fabrics, Fashion and Architecture. A pictoral history of Marimekko that includes items up to 2009., English, Year2010, Illust. B/W13, Illust. Color47, ISBN 9789529878666, Code 6050. Softbound, In Pristine Condition, Location of Exhibition: Helsinki, Finland, Bios. Cat. of exh. Pages 79, Size 10” x 8 1/2”