The Pleasures of Collecting by Gardner C. Teall
"The Pleasures of Collecting" by Gardner C. Teall is a reflective guidebook on the joys and intricacies of collecting antiques and curios, written in the early 20th century. The text delves into the emotional and philosophical aspects of collecting, illustrating how individuals connect with the historical significance and beauty of items from various cultures, including American, European, and Oriental. The author’s exaltation of collectors’ pursuits is apparent as he navigates through thecriteria for collecting and the charm of antiquities. At the start of the book, Teall discusses the enthusiastic mindset of true collectors, emphasizing the joy found in uncovering and cherishing items from the past. He likens collecting to angling, where the experience and discovery can be just as fulfilling as the final acquisition. He also reflects on the intuitive knowledge collectors develop about their interests, challenging the notion that one requires expert credentials to begin collecting. Through his observations, readers are invited into the diverse world of collecting, where affinity for history and art converges, encouraging them to seek out the treasures contained within their own surroundings. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Teall, Gardner C. |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 20017080 |
| Title | The Pleasures of Collecting |
| Note | Reading ease score: 56.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Chuck Greif, ellinora, Bryan Ness and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | NK: Fine Arts: Decorative and Applied Arts, Decoration and Ornament |
| Subject | Collectors and collecting |
| Subject | Art objects -- Collectors and collecting |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 55894 |
| Release Date | Nov 6, 2017 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 24, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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