Object Lessons Book

The artwork and fine craft available today—whether expressed in the form of pottery, basketry, photography, sculpture, paintings or jewelry—is full of astonishing quality, beauty and diversity. Object Lessons offers a visual celebration of craftsmanship by more than 200 of the best talents currently on the market. Selections were made by six renowned "guest curators" who work for respected museums and publications specializing in fine and decorative arts. Each curator introduces their personal favorites with an insightful essay that expresses the way in which the collection speaks to their unique sensibilities. All of the artists are represented by GUILD.com, the world's largest online supplier of contemporary art and craft. This beautiful showcase of their creativity is certain to inspire and delight anyone who enjoys handcrafted, original art.GUILD.com, which launched on the Internet in 1999, is an e-commerce site that offers for direct sale the largest collection of art and fine craft available anywhere. GUILD.com, headquartered in Madison, Wisconsin, allows artists to display and sell their artwork in a forum of exceptional standards.
* A celebration of the best contemporary art and craft chosen by six respected museum curators and art editors
* The work of 200 artists ranges from pottery to paintings, glasswork, recycled furniture, silver sculpture, baskets and more
* Insightful essays complement each collection