Craft and the decorative in the Midlands: introduction and manifesto

Claire Jones

doi:10.25500/map.bham.00000090

Craft and the decorative in the Midlands: introduction and manifesto

Claire Jones

Art History, Curating and Visual Studies

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Abstract

Claire Jones, editor of this year’s issue of Midlands Art Papers introduces its focus on craft and the decorative in the Midlands. She reflects on the historic and contemporary contexts of the Midlands, introduces the contributions to this special issue, and offers a manifesto of sorts on curating craft and the decorative arts.

Original language	English
Journal	Midlands Art Papers
Volume	9
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.25500/map.bham.00000090
Publication status	Published - 16 Jun 2026

Keywords

craft
Decorative arts
Industry
Midlands
Museums

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