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Indianapolis Museum of Art, Indianapolis, Published date: 1994. Printed paper wrappers; 38 pp; 26 cm. Illustrated throughout with black and white and color illustrations, including reproductions of drawings, designs, ceramics, stained glass, interiors, and exhibition objects.
In very good condition. Red pictorial paper covers have light bumping to edges and corners and mild surface wear; spine sound. Interior pages clean and unmarked. Exhibition catalogue published in conjunction with the exhibition Brandt Steele: Indianapolis Arts & Crafts Designer and Potter, held at the Indianapolis Museum of Art, April 10 - May 22, 1994, and at the Indianapolis Museum of Art - Columbus Gallery, Columbus, Indiana, August 6 - October 2, 1994. Text by Barry Shifman. The catalogue presents a biographical and critical overview of Brandt Steele (1870-1965), a central figure in the Arts and Crafts movement in Indiana, examining his work as a designer, potter, and decorative artist. Includes an illustrated portrait of the artist, a critical essay, catalogue of the exhibition, and a chronological account of Steele's life and career, documenting his training in Europe, involvement with Art Nouveau and Jugendstil, and contributions to American Arts & Crafts design. Contents include: A Portrait of the Artist; Notes; Catalogue of the Exhibition; Chronology; Acknowledgments.