Large-scale wall charts were fundamental tools of classroom instruction throughout Europe in the mid-nineteenth and twentieth centuries. Collected here for the first time in one deluxe volume are over 100 of these vintage educational posters now important relics in the history of science, art, and design. From the anatomy of a tulip or an apple tree to that of a hedgehog or starfish, the botanical and zoological images in this collection are captivating with their curious visuals and intricate details. With a compelling introduction about the history of educational charts and their production, The Art of Instruction provides a glimpse into a rich, significant heritage and will enlighten those with an interest in art, design, science, or natural history.

About the Author

Katrien Van der Schueren has been collecting educational charts for over a decade. She owns voila! gallery, an ever- changing curiosity cabinet based in Los Angeles. Before her move to the United States she worked in Europe, in both the private and public sectors. She has published articles on the history of collecting, more specifically in the context of 17th-century curiosity cabinets.

Reviews

"Page after page of gorgeous educational charts." -- Better Homes & Gardens