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Title:

Gustav Stickley (DVD) : American craftsman / a Stratford Productions film ; a film by Herb Stratford ; written by Herb Stratford & David Cathers ; produced by Herb Stratford, Kerry Stratford & David Cathers ; director, Herb Stratford.

Edition:

Widescreen.

Publisher:

First Run Features,

Copyright Date:

2021

Description:

1 videodisc (68 min.) : sound, color with black and white sequences ; 4 3/4 in.

Subject:

Stickley, Gustav,--1858-1942.
Furniture designers--United States--Biography.
Designers--United States--Biography.
Furniture--United States--History--20th century.
Arts and crafts movement--United States.
Documentary films.
Nonfiction films.
Biographical films.

Other Authors:

Stratford, Herb, screenwriter. film producer, screenwriter.
Cathers, David M., screenwriter. screenwriter.
First-Run Features (Firm), publisher.

Notes:

Documentary. Originally produced as a documentary film in 2021. Program content: ©2020. Wide screen. Additional footage showing behind-the-scenes material (approximately 17 min.) follows end credits of feature program.

Summary:

Herb Strattford traces the development and evolution of Stickley's unique style as well as the creation of his diverse businesses, including furniture manufacturing, a ground-breaking Manhattan store, the Craftsman magazine, and Craftsman Farms. Stickley's influence in the arts and crafts movement is discussed. The film visits several key locations in Stickley's lifetime, including his Syracuse home, where he lived and created his first arts and crafts interior. It also details the eventual loss of his businesses, and, after several decades, the rebirth and recognition of the movement he inspired.

OCLC:

(OCoLC)1286081561

UPC:

720229918121

Locations:

BOPG851 -- Ames Public Library (Ames)