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This is the paperback reissue of the style and decorative arts bookeflecting the design philosophy of Susan Sargent, emphasizing spontaneousreativity, do-it-yourself decorative accents, and ideas for addingelf-expression to any and all furnishings. Her fresh interpretation oflassical forms celebrates design, proportion, and colour with a subtlehimsy and playful spirit. Her style is distinguished by a look that islegant and relaxed, with a tasteful use of colour patterns and imagery. Hernnovative and refreshing approach draws from many influences in design:illiam Morris, Vanessa Bell, Roger Fry, Carl Larsson, Laura Ashley, andarimekko. Filled with over 250 resplendent full-colour photographs andnspiring text, New Country Color displays the hundreds of ways beautiful,andcrafted objects and vibrant, unexpected colours can enhance one's homend life.Sargent, Susan is the author of 'Susan Sargent's New Country Color The Art of Living', published 2004 under ISBN 9780823021871 and ISBN 0823021874.
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