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Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Explore the exquisite world of Renaissance ceramics with 'Maiolica,' a comprehensive historical study by Charles Drury Edward Fortnum. Delve into the history and artistry of majolica, the vibrant and intricately decorated Italian pottery that flourished during the Renaissance. This meticulously prepared edition offers a detailed examination of the techniques, designs, and cultural significance of these remarkable works of art. Discover the beauty and enduring appeal of maiolica, a testament to the skill and creativity of Italian artisans. From its historical context to its lasting influence on ceramic art, this book provides a valuable resource for collectors, enthusiasts, and anyone interested in the history of art and decorative arts. Uncover the secrets behind these masterpieces of ceramic art, from their origins to their place in art history.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Explore the exquisite world of Renaissance ceramics with 'Maiolica,' a comprehensive historical study by Charles Drury Edward Fortnum. Delve into the history and artistry of majolica, the vibrant and intricately decorated Italian pottery that flourished during the Renaissance. This meticulously prepared edition offers a detailed examination of the techniques, designs, and cultural significance of these remarkable works of art. Discover the beauty and enduring appeal of maiolica, a testament to the skill and creativity of Italian artisans. From its historical context to its lasting influence on ceramic art, this book provides a valuable resource for collectors, enthusiasts, and anyone interested in the history of art and decorative arts. Uncover the secrets behind these masterpieces of ceramic art, from their origins to their place in art history.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Total 14pp, 12mo and 16mo, good condition. Letter One (Pavillion Hotel, Folkestone, 28 Nov. 1881). He launches into Oxford University affairs. "There is considerable fermentation just now at Oxford in the matter of her Archaeological & Art Museum & Professorship. I was down there a short time since & had long conversation with the Vice Ch[ancellor] (Dr Evans [A.J. Evans, eminent archaeologist]) & several other leading men & the opinion seemed to be that a little gentle agitation might cause attention & do good. | J[?] Greville Chester's ["Notes on the present and future of the archaeological collections of the University of Oxford" / by Greville J. Chester (1881)] pamphlet though somewhat strongly expressed was fair & true but it is so little known at Oxford tha I thought I might under the guise of a notice of it, give expression in your valuable columns to some of the ideas I had verbally communicated to people there& which [they?] in many respects comnfirmed - If you think it worthy of being printed - the subject is really very important to the archaeological and artistic worls - pray do so when you can afford space. I avail myself for being storm bound to write it - but as I am on my way South for the winter let me beg of you to have the proof revised as it cannot well follow me - I do not think it is difficult to read - May I also ask you - if you print it- to send a copy to the common roomn of each Oxford College - one to the Vice-Chancellor [.]". He continues with other desired recioients (Professor =Westwood at the Natural History Museum; Rev. H. Boys, principal of Hertford College; Rev. J. Kitchen, Clarendon Professor; Rev. W. Short, New College; The dean of Christ Church; J.H. Parker, Ashmolean. He asks that their copies be charged to his account and a copy sent to the Hotel he'll be staying in in Rome. Letter Two (Paris, 30 Nov. [1881]. Greville Chester had never told him that "The Acadeny had published a "notice" concerning his pamphlet ["Notes on the present and future of the archaeological collections of the University of Oxford" ] despite his being a longterm subscriber. "I am glad you think it did not fall so flat - but when I was at Oxford about a month since few seemed to know of it - Under any circumstances I am glad it was noticed & that you will insert my [commemoration?] modified accordingly but, as I hope, as little curtailed as possible [phrase underlined]. Just now is the moment for a little stirring up in that direction and Dr Evans [eminent archaeologist] is quite with my views [.] in most respects. | Of course the great [thing?] would be to get a sufficient new [Museum?], but in the meanwhile not to allow further [?] of the antiquarian object. I also take a strong personal interest in the matter but from no selfish reason except as to how I may wish to feel satisfied that what I may myself do to enrich Oxford may not be thrown away. | I gave a helping hand when my old friend Mr Hope was on the poiunt of deciding whether or not to give [phrase underlined] his collection., & when [?] threw obstacles in the way. It is a disgrace to England that at only one of her Universities there is any Professor of Archaeology, & that the Oxford collections are in such confusion - [parties?porters?] are moving there now & every, even small, breath may help to fill the sails. Some people there know why I speak out, and from what they learned from me at my last visit, will attach some little importance to my views - this entre nous [phrase underlined]. Of course I ask for no gratuity - thank the [Powers?] I do not live on literary bread ['alone' excised] - please when you print also send a copy to my friend mr Wylie [.] - to the care of Professor Westwood [name underlined] (to be forwarded). By all means put my name to the notice but do not cut it down more than necessary - in haste". In a postscript he says he hopes to be in Rome for "two or three months". The four other letters, much briefer, in the collection don't touch on Oxford collections. In one (1888?), he "[gets] older & more idle" but admired someone's representation "of the Italian wares & know how much care he has taken in the education of young men in painting". Hence a "notice" from him. In another (2 July 1890) he annaounces that he is preparing a "notice" "of th late Mr R.H. Loden Smith". On 21 Dec. he encloses (not present) a "communique" for "The Academy" to print. "I can vouch for its truth". And finally (19 May 1896) asking for the publication of "the enclosed slip". Note: See Ovenell, R.F. 1986 'The Ashmolean Museum 1683-1894' pp. 243-255 for essential information and background, including mention of Fortnum's "long letter" to "The Academy" discussed by him in Letters One and Two.