Chinese Art Objects, Collecting, and Interior Design in Twentieth-Century Britain 1st Edition

Capture the rich story of how Chinese objects reshaped British taste and interiors with Chinese Art Objects, Collecting, and Interior Design in Twentieth-Century Britain, 1st Edition by Helen Glaister. This definitive study traces the journeys of porcelain, lacquer, textiles and bronzes from workshop to British drawing room, revealing how collectors, dealers and decorators reimagined domestic space across Britain — from London townhouses to country estates.

Evocative and meticulously researched, Glaister combines archival research with close visual analysis to illuminate changing ideas of taste, provenance and display. Readers will find compelling case studies that map networks of acquisition, the influence of exhibitions and auction houses, and the role of interior design in translating Chinese aesthetics for British homes. Rich with social and cultural context, the book explains how objects became symbols of status, modernity, and global connection throughout the twentieth century.

An indispensable resource for collectors, interior designers, curators and students of art history, this volume offers both practical insight and scholarly depth. Whether you’re researching provenance, curating a museum display, planning a historically informed interior, or building a focused collection in the UK, Glaister’s narrative guides you through the nuances of taste and authenticity.

Add this important title to your shelf — a must-have reference for anyone interested in Chinese art, British collecting practices, and the evolution of interior design in twentieth-century Britain. Order your copy today and deepen your understanding of the objects that transformed British homes and museums.

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