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Part of series individually highlighting the major collections of the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, this volume presents some 100 photographic reproductions of the museum's prized collection of American decorative arts, including furniture, silver, glass, ceramics, base metals, coins and medals, basketry, and sculpture. Each piece is accompanied by textual description and seven included essays explore such topics as the history of the arts of New England, folk traditions and vernacular expressions, and individual crafts movements from the 17th century to the 20th century. Annotation c2007 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)