We Sit Together: Utopian Benches from the Shakers to the

We Sit Together: Utopian Benches from the Shakers to the Separatists of Zoar

Whether for protest, religious congress, companionship, eating, or comfort, sitting communally remains one of the most powerful and prevalent of human social activities. This simple act held special significance in numerous utopian communities that emerged in nineteenth-century America, and was given physical presence in the form of a variety of styles of wooden benches. Fascinated by these expressions of harmony and equality, renowned British artist Francis Cape sought out and made measured drawings of remaining examples. We Sit Together presents twenty-five of Cape's beautifully reconstructed benches drawn from twenty utopian sectsâ€”active from 1732 to the presentâ€”ranging from well-known communities like the Shakers to more obscure groups like the Separatists of Zoar. Featuring crisp photographs and lovingly handmade drawings, this rarely seen slice of Americana will appeal to the collector, woodworker, student of American history, or anyone who just likes to take a seat.

Country	USA
Author	Francis Cape
Binding	Paperback
Brand	Brand: Princeton Architectural Press
EAN	9781616891596
Edition	1
Feature	Used Book in Good Condition
ISBN	1616891599
Label	Princeton Architectural Press
Manufacturer	Princeton Architectural Press
NumberOfItems	1
NumberOfPages	112
PublicationDate	2013-06-11
Publisher	Princeton Architectural Press
ReleaseDate	2013-06-11
Studio	Princeton Architectural Press

We Sit Together: Utopian Benches from the Shakers to the Separatists of Zoar