Early American Material Culture
2012-02-12T18:01:41-05:00https://ximage.c-spanvideo.org/eyJidWNrZXQiOiJwaWN0dXJlcy5jLXNwYW52aWRlby5vcmciLCJrZXkiOiJGaWxlc1wvMjIyXC8zMDI0ODYtbS5qcGciLCJlZGl0cyI6eyJyZXNpemUiOnsiZml0IjoiY292ZXIiLCJoZWlnaHQiOjUwNn19fQ==David Jaffee talked about the new culture of domestic consumption embraced by nineteenth century, middle-class Americans as they began displaying locally-produced decorative objects such as clocks, books, portraits, and furniture in their homes. Topics included the role of provincial artisans during this shift from a pre-industrial society to a more material culture. After his illustrated presentation, Mr. Jaffee responded to questions from members of the audience.
“Learning to Look at Early American Material Culture” was a program of the American Antiquarian Society, held in Antiquarian Hall in Worcester, Mass.
“Learning to Look at Early American Material Culture” was a program of the American Antiquarian Society, held in Antiquarian Hall in Worcester, Mass.
David Jaffee talked about the new culture of domestic consumption embraced by nineteenth century, middle-class Americans as they began displ… read more
David Jaffee talked about the new culture of domestic consumption embraced by nineteenth century, middle-class Americans as they began displaying locally-produced decorative objects such as clocks, books, portraits, and furniture in their homes. Topics included the role of provincial artisans during this shift from a pre-industrial society to a more material culture. After his illustrated presentation, Mr. Jaffee responded to questions from members of the audience.
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