Elements of Interior Design textbook – Sherrill Whiton, 1951 vintage reference

A foundational title for design enthusiasts and collectors alike, Elements of Interior Design and Decoration by Sherrill Whiton offers a glimpse into the principles that shaped mid-20th-century interiors. Whiton served as Director of The New York School of Interior Design, and this volume reflects the academic rigor and practical guidance of professional design education of the era.

Published by J.B. Lippincott Company (Chicago, Philadelphia, New York), this book became a standard textbook for aspiring decorators and designers. April 1951.

SIZE 6 3/8" x 9 1/4", 811 pages

CONDITION  Reading copy.Good to fair vintage condition. The cover has stains and scuffs, with shelf wear, edge wear, and corner bumping. Pencil marks and underlining appear on several pages, consistent with its use as a textbook. The text block has begun to pull away from the spine but remains intact. A solid and readable vintage design reference with authentic signs of academic use.

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