{"title":"Herzog Alexander von Württemberg","description":"\u003cp\u003eHerzog Alexander von Württemberg’s works delve into the rich tapestry of \u003cstrong\u003earts and culture\u003c\/strong\u003e, offering readers insightful explorations of artistic traditions and craftsmanship. Titles such as \u003cem\u003eRussian Lacquer\u003c\/em\u003e invite a deeper appreciation of cultural heritage through detailed study and vivid narration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExpect a thoughtful engagement with historic art forms and cultural artefacts, perfectly suited for those keen to expand their knowledge of visual arts and cultural history. Herzog’s writing combines scholarly attention with a genuine passion for the subjects he examines.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"russian-lacquer-by-franz-hemmerle-9783777424293","title":"Russian Lacquer","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMonika Kopplin highlights the extraordinary variety of decorative techniques as well as the many stylistic features. The history and art history of Russia are reflected in the small format of the lacquer miniatures, painting a lively picture of the various eras.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA comprehensive index of seals expands the catalogue into a reference book. \u003cem\u003eRussian Lacquer\u003c\/em\u003e art can be traced back to Peter the Great, who had come to know this flourishing art and craft during his study trips in Western Europe. The first important work in this genre in the tsar's empire was completed in 1722 in the form of the Lacquer Study in his palace of Monplaisir.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA second significant event followed when the Korobov workshop, which was modelled on the Braunschweig-based Stobwasser workshop, was established in 1793 near Moscow. It is better known by the name of a later owner, Lukutin. A technical and artistic alignment with the German model was followed by an increasingly independent Russian development from the 1820s onwards. At first, this found expression in specific decorative techniques, and later also in specifically Russian motifs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Thames and Hudson (Australia) Pty Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47432294727916,"sku":"9783777424293","price":110.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9783777424293.jpg?v=1774555465"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/herzog-alexander-von-wurttemberg.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}