Large-scale wall charts were fundamental tools of classroom instruction throughout Europe in the mid-nineteenth and twentieth centuries. Collected here for the first time in one deluxe volume are over 100 of these vintage educational posters now important relics in the history of science, art, and design. From the anatomy of a tulip or an apple tree to that of a hedgehog or starfish, the botanical and zoological images in this collection are captivating with their curious visuals and intricate details. With a compelling introduction about the history of educational charts and their production, The Art of Instruction provides a glimpse into a rich, significant heritage and will enlighten those with an interest in art, design, science, or natural history.
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'' Van der Schueren has assembled more than 100 fine examples of highly stylized polychromatic charts. These relics of the history of science, art and design offer compelling glimpses into the anatomy of a hedgehog, the inner structure of a tulip and other wonders of zoology and botany. Who says decor can't be didactic?'' (LA Times Magazine)
"I can only imagine schoolteachers pulling these down with a flourish and I would be saddened to know that they had been lost! This is Katrien's homage to her beloved collection, as well as her nod to preserving this lost form of art." -Pure Green Magazine
''I'm 100% certain that if the education charts in my junior high science class looked like those found in this book, I would have gotten a much better grade.'' (Design Sponge)
One of Fall's top tomes to add to your design library according to C Magazine.
"...the 100 plus charts featured in book--collected for the first time by author Katrien Van der Schueren--are a lesson in seeking out art in the everyday." -Amy Preiser for Elle Decor Online
"Page after page of gorgeous educational charts." -- Better Homes & Gardens
"I can only imagine schoolteachers pulling these down with a flourish and I would be saddened to know that they had been lost! This is Katrien's homage to her beloved collection, as well as her nod to preserving this lost form of art." -Pure Green Magazine
''I'm 100% certain that if the education charts in my junior high science class looked like those found in this book, I would have gotten a much better grade.'' (Design Sponge)
One of Fall's top tomes to add to your design library according to C Magazine.
"...the 100 plus charts featured in book--collected for the first time by author Katrien Van der Schueren--are a lesson in seeking out art in the everyday." -Amy Preiser for Elle Decor Online
"Page after page of gorgeous educational charts." -- Better Homes & Gardens
About the Author
Katrien Van der Schueren has been collecting educational charts for over a decade. She is the owner of voila! Gallery in Los Angeles.
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Belgian native Katrien Van der Schueren has been collecting art and artifacts since the age of ten. In 2006 she founded voila! (www.voilagallery.com), a Los Angeles based studio dedicated to unique designs for the home. With a devotion to the exotic and unexpected, voila! fuses old-world style and objects d' arte with contemporary design and an urban flair.
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14 of 16 people found the following review helpful
By xberly
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i had high expectations for this book and it far exceeded all of them. i have a weakness for beautiful books and this one certainly satisfies. excellent quality and perfectly organized - a must-have for anyone's collection
9 of 10 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
Perfect for "Cabinet of Curiosities" enthusiasts - diverse and beautiful collection of vintage scientific illustrations
April 26, 2012
By evan8091
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This book is wonderful! It contains a truly beautiful and varied collection of vintage illustrations. It is a perfect coffee table book, gift, source for artistic inspiration, or wall art project (if you are willing to take some pages out). The binding and paper are high quality as well.
9 of 10 people found the following review helpful
By Judy Rowland
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I bought this for my daughter, who is a high school art teacher, on her request. It was accidentally sent to me instead of her, so I got a chance to look at it before giving it. Wow! I can see why she wanted this book to share with her "fibers" students. How beautiful! I'm sure that the students were inspired by the luxurious drawings - three of her ten students who qualified for the state art competition received gold certificates!
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
By JAY DUB
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I had seen this book advertised in a magazine & loved the prints. I bought the book with the intent to frame & hang some of the prints but the book is so lovely, I changed my mind. Very happy with the product.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
By kdee
Format:Hardcover|Amazon Verified Purchase
If you love old chart art, this book is fantastic. Nice selection of floral subjects as well as others.
The black background makes the art work stand out. The flowers are beautifully rendered. Would be great to take a few pages and use as wall art if you didn't mind dismantling the book.
The black background makes the art work stand out. The flowers are beautifully rendered. Would be great to take a few pages and use as wall art if you didn't mind dismantling the book.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
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Book was delivered in a fast timely manner and was new. There are several areas where you need to be able to understand the scientific terms to understand, because there are no definitions. But a beautiful book with great scientific artifacts for students.
By L. J. Gray
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Printed well, bound and covered cheaply, for which I deducted 2 stars.
If interested I advise purchase only for a low price.
If interested I advise purchase only for a low price.
By gwenmc
Format:Hardcover|Amazon Verified Purchase
As a visual artist the detail, composition and color schemes were inspiring. Always wonderful to find something outside of traditional fine art.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
3.0 out of 5 stars
No Cover
The book is beautiful BUT it has no cover. Every hardcover book I have purchased comes with a cover. I am disappointed this book was an exception. Read more
Published 1 month ago by beach and books
5.0 out of 5 stars
Very interesting
The illustrations in this book are really interesting. There's also a nice variety of images in the book, with different illustration styles, subject matter, and presentation... Read more
Published 2 months ago by SrhW
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Beautiful and interesting!
This is a great book full of beautiful illustrations of plants and animals, with a wonderful combination of artistry and scientific realism. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Tanya Avril
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beautiful book
My husband bought me this book as a Christmas present. It's such a beautiful book. I would recommend to anyone who loves arts and natures.
Published 3 months ago by Mae
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Very Pretty
I love looking at vinatge photos and this book is very beautiful to look at. Nice to have in your library.
Published 4 months ago by Erica Gentile
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wonderful artwork
This was a gift for my wife. She was very happy with it. The artwork is really nice and the printing of the book was very well executed.
Published 4 months ago by E. Johnson
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Just really amazing...
Beautiful and unique opportunity to see and enjoy this art. Done at a time when days were spent comprehending and laboring with such deft hands and seeking minds the things so... Read more
Published 5 months ago by AP
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