The The Age of Comfort: When Paris Discovered Casual — and the Modern Home Began – Joan DeJean (2009)
The The Age of Comfort: When Paris Discovered Casual — and the Modern Home Began – Joan DeJean (2009)
Author: Joan DeJean
Publisher: Bloomsbury, 2009
Format: Hardcover
Pages:
ISBN: 9781608192304
Type of Book: Social History / Design History
Condition: Very Good – ex-library book with expected stamps and markings
Description:
In The Age of Comfort, historian Joan DeJean explores the fascinating transformation of 18th-century Paris — when comfort, leisure, and interior design became central to daily life. This is the story of how the modern home was born, tracing the origins of many design innovations we now take for granted: casual living rooms, dining tables, and upholstered furniture.
With a keen eye for cultural history, DeJean reveals how Parisian society reshaped domestic interiors, paving the way for a new standard of living that prized intimacy, beauty, and convenience.
Why You’ll Love It:
Perfect for readers interested in French history, interior design, and cultural shifts, this book offers a richly illustrated and engaging account of how we came to live in the homes we recognise today. Ideal for design lovers, decorators, and anyone fascinated by Parisian culture.
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