A grand place for textiles
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The Antonio Ratti Textile Center at the Metropolitan Museum of Art holds an extensive collection of antique and rare textiles from many cultures. The textiles are kept in environmentally-controlled storage, while a conservation department also works on preserving these fabrics.
Publication Name: American Craft
Subject: Home and garden
ISSN: 0194-8008
Year: 1996
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Design for living
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The Cooper-Hewitt Museum at the Smithsonian Institution has completed the first phase of a $20 million renovation project and will be opened to the public in fall of 1996. The renovation included the connection of two townhouses and promoting greater accessibility.
Publication Name: American Craft
Subject: Home and garden
ISSN: 0194-8008
Year: 1996
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The object in its place
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Exhibition designer Theodore Cohen creates the look, atmosphere and flow of exhibitions. Cohen, who refined his skill during a 27-yr tenure as designer at the Oakland Museum, is legendary for his ability to display and live with art, particularly craft objects.
Publication Name: American Craft
Subject: Home and garden
ISSN: 0194-8008
Year: 1999
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