The Painted Ceiling - Softcover

Rust, Graham

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1841193100 ISBN 13: 9781841193106

Publisher: Bulfinch, 2001

Synopsis

This wonderful collection of original designs covers both the creative and practical side of ceiling decoration. Subjects range from day and night skies, animals and birds, cloud formations, and flowers, to allegorical scenes in the grand manner, and trompe l'oeil architectural patterns.Along with fascinating architectural information, the author shows how to choose the right design for the area you wish to paint - ranging from a spacious entrance hall to a bay window area or bathroom ceiling. As well as sketches and motifs, the pictures show a range of beautiful ceilings painted by the author over the last 20 years, from a small lobby to a domed summerhouse. Step-by-step stages and helpful tips abound, both imaginative and practica help.

About this title

About the Author

Graham Rust is internationally renowned for his murals and ceiling paintings, which can be found in houses in Britain, Europe, and America. A collection of his original mural designs appears in his highly successful book, The Painted House. His drawings and paintings have been widely exhibited and special collections have been used as book illustrations.

Edition details

• Publisher: Bulfinch
• Publication date: 2001
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1841193100
• ISBN 13: 9781841193106
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 168