From comfortable simplicity to elegant showplaces, the settings, furnishings, and decor in Rustic Artistry for the Home raise the standard for excellence in this growing field of collectible handcrafted furnishings.
Ralph Kylloe, touted by many to be the leader in the rustic revival, gives us a privileged look at never-before-photographed interiors and takes us along as he visits multi-million-dollar homes deep in the heart of the American wilderness. His eye is undisputedly keen on quality. He reminds us that our inderent connectedness with nature is the reasonwe are drawn to furnishings from the forest, from roots, from all the natural woods nature offers.
Along with regional styles and past masters, the most talented new rustic furniture artists are showcased here, expanding not only the craftsmanship of furniture making but also the vocabulary of rustic style in our time.
About the Author, Ralph Kylloe
Ralph Kylloe received his EdD from Boston University and has taught at the university level for many years. He is a leading authority on rustic furniture and owner of the aplh Kylloe Gallery at Lake George in New York's Adirondack Mountains. His previous books include Fishing Camps, Rustic Architecture and Design, and Cabins & Camps.
This coffee-table book is a magnificent visual tribute to the rustic artists of past and present who dedicate themselves to creating beautiful objects that are so close to the natural.