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Magnificent Miniatures: Inspiration and Technique for Grand Houses on a Small Scale
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Product Description
Kevin Mulvany and Susie Rogers create some of the world’s most magnificent and coveted architectural miniatures. Museums and private collectors commission their beautiful work, which covers many periods and countries, and ranges from the double-horseshoe staircase that leads up to Fontainebleau to the outrageously decadent chandeliers at the Brighton Pavilion. This beautifully illustrated book captures the full breadth of Mulvany and Rogers’ achievements, and reveals the techniques and materials they use to fashion their stunning recreations. Practical projects for the reader include wood paneling, parquet flooring, trompe l’oeil marbling, and much more.
Product Details
- Amazon Sales Rank: #54427 in Books
- Published on: 2009-03-03
- Original language: English
- Number of items: 1
- Binding: Hardcover
- 144 pages
Editorial Reviews
About the Author
Kevin Mulvany and Susie Rogers specialise in bespoke miniature interpretations of buildings and their interiors. For over twenty years they have led their field, taking the quality of design, finish and detail to the highest levels. Their work is exhibited all over the world, especially the USA. Kevin and Susie live in Holt, Wiltshire.
Customer Reviews
Breathtaking book
This book is one of my new favorites covering miniatures. The work is exquisite, beautifully finished and full of wonderful ideas to incorporate in your own miniature collection. The dedication and talent it take to achieve these masterpieces is awe inspiring. I would be thrilled to have created even one room pictured in this book. The authors are very generous in sharing their knowledge; it's delightful reading, to boot, written with humor and wit. This is one purchase you won't regret; it's worth every penny!
better than advertised!
As a long-time collector and miniature craftsman, my collection of books on miniaturiana is extensive, so I think twice or three times before adding another volume. Thank goodness I was tempted by Mulvany's reputation, and purchased this! I saved it to read on a flight to South Florida, and in flight happened upon a reference in the book's wonderful bibliography to the effect that several of these incredible rooms were currently on loan to the Naples (Florida) Museum of Art. Went the next day, and the exhibit was breathtaking. But the photography in this book is so clear, so well-staged, that one can actually see more details in the photos than from the actual exhibit. The quality of the paperstock and the photography make it worth twice its cost. An added bonus is that within each chapter, Mulvany presents a do-able high-quality project.
Dollhouse Miniatures
This book is magical!! What the two authors have achieved in this field is astounding and so inspirational that you'll want to get involved in collecting your own miniatures. Although nothing quite so grand as those depicted in "Magnificent Miniatures". Breathtaking commissions that you will find difficult to accept as being only 1/12th in scale. You will believe you are looking at the actual Grand Houses. A superb book in every way. Treat yourself!!
