Kopper, Philip
Overview
Works: | 24 works in 86 publications in 1 language and 6,335 library holdings |
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Genres: | History Biographies Pictorial works Illustrated works Criticism, interpretation, etc Guidebooks Exhibition catalogs |
Roles: | Author, Editor, Other |
Classifications: | E77.9, 970.01 |
Publication Timeline
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Most widely held works by
Philip Kopper
The Smithsonian book of North American Indians : before the coming of the Europeans by
Philip Kopper(
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10 editions published in 1986 in English and held by 2,099 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Recreates the cultures of the ancestors of today's Indian peoples--their religions, customs, tools, weapons, arts, architecture and scientific knowledge--on the basis of evidence from archaeological sites both large and small, bringing to life the North America of edges previously relegated to a kind of historical limbo
10 editions published in 1986 in English and held by 2,099 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Recreates the cultures of the ancestors of today's Indian peoples--their religions, customs, tools, weapons, arts, architecture and scientific knowledge--on the basis of evidence from archaeological sites both large and small, bringing to life the North America of edges previously relegated to a kind of historical limbo
The National Museum of Natural History by
Philip Kopper(
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9 editions published between 1982 and 1996 in English and held by 985 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
"To open the pages of this magnificently illustrated book is to enter the magical world of natural history. And it is to be guided among all the myriad marvels of the earth by an eloquent commentator, backed by the prodigious resources of a great institution--the Smithsonian's National Museum of Natural History." The book gives the reader a broadand illuminating overview of the natural sciences as they are practiced today.". Includes 324 full color plates with 345 total illustrations Magnificent full-page color photos of the wonderful exhibits of the Museum of Natural History. Minerals, shells, native Americans, fossils, murals. 495 pgs. Photographs by Kjell Sandved and Chip Clark , in association with the Smithsonian institution. To open the pages of this magnicently illustrated book is to enter the magical world of natural history. And it is a guided among all the myriad marvels of the earth by an eloquent commentator, backed by the prodigious resources of a great institution - the Smithsonian's National Museum of Natural History
9 editions published between 1982 and 1996 in English and held by 985 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
"To open the pages of this magnificently illustrated book is to enter the magical world of natural history. And it is to be guided among all the myriad marvels of the earth by an eloquent commentator, backed by the prodigious resources of a great institution--the Smithsonian's National Museum of Natural History." The book gives the reader a broadand illuminating overview of the natural sciences as they are practiced today.". Includes 324 full color plates with 345 total illustrations Magnificent full-page color photos of the wonderful exhibits of the Museum of Natural History. Minerals, shells, native Americans, fossils, murals. 495 pgs. Photographs by Kjell Sandved and Chip Clark , in association with the Smithsonian institution. To open the pages of this magnicently illustrated book is to enter the magical world of natural history. And it is a guided among all the myriad marvels of the earth by an eloquent commentator, backed by the prodigious resources of a great institution - the Smithsonian's National Museum of Natural History
Colonial Williamsburg by
Philip Kopper(
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11 editions published between 1986 and 2001 in English and Undetermined and held by 870 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
"The most detailed, comprehensive book on Colonial Williamsburg ever produced. In a broad-ranging ... text by Philip Kopper, we follow the history of this magnificent restoration from colonial days right up to the present"--Dust jacket flap
11 editions published between 1986 and 2001 in English and Undetermined and held by 870 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
"The most detailed, comprehensive book on Colonial Williamsburg ever produced. In a broad-ranging ... text by Philip Kopper, we follow the history of this magnificent restoration from colonial days right up to the present"--Dust jacket flap
A museum of their own : National Museum of Women in the Arts by
Wilhelmina Cole Holladay(
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7 editions published in 2008 in English and held by 735 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
"Until quite recently, the work of great women artists was ignored, forgotten, or denied; they were largely left out of museums and histories of art. Along came Wilhelmina Cole Holladay, who boldly rectified this oversight in 1981, by founding a museum that was initially housed in her residence, where docent-led tours of the collection were offered." "This thrilling account of the birth and early years of NMWA provides a lively, anecdotal, behind-the-scenes glimpse of the efforts of the countless dedicated individuals who have shared Mrs. Holladay's vision and, under her leadership, helped to expand the permanent collection, renovate the Museum, and fund a robust endowment. Today, NMWA boasts a sizable membership - among the ten largest museum memberships in the world - including twenty-nine active committees in states across the nation and in eight countries. Among the major exhibitions presented at the Museum have been retrospectives of important women artists - Lavinia Fontana, Berthe Morisot, Camille Claudel, Lilla Cabot Perry, and Carrie Mae Weems." "Illustrating this captivating memoir are nearly 200 pictures, most in full color, including artworks, archival photographs, and candid images of the landmark events that led to the Museum's impressive growth. An additional feature is a color portfolio of "Selected Gifts and Promised Gifts of Wallace and Wilhelmina Holladay to the Museum." The remarkable story of NMWA, told through the eyes of its founder, is a priceless legacy for women today and for future generations." "Wilhelmina Cole Holladay, the founder and chair of the board of the National Museum of Women in the Arts."--Jacket
7 editions published in 2008 in English and held by 735 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
"Until quite recently, the work of great women artists was ignored, forgotten, or denied; they were largely left out of museums and histories of art. Along came Wilhelmina Cole Holladay, who boldly rectified this oversight in 1981, by founding a museum that was initially housed in her residence, where docent-led tours of the collection were offered." "This thrilling account of the birth and early years of NMWA provides a lively, anecdotal, behind-the-scenes glimpse of the efforts of the countless dedicated individuals who have shared Mrs. Holladay's vision and, under her leadership, helped to expand the permanent collection, renovate the Museum, and fund a robust endowment. Today, NMWA boasts a sizable membership - among the ten largest museum memberships in the world - including twenty-nine active committees in states across the nation and in eight countries. Among the major exhibitions presented at the Museum have been retrospectives of important women artists - Lavinia Fontana, Berthe Morisot, Camille Claudel, Lilla Cabot Perry, and Carrie Mae Weems." "Illustrating this captivating memoir are nearly 200 pictures, most in full color, including artworks, archival photographs, and candid images of the landmark events that led to the Museum's impressive growth. An additional feature is a color portfolio of "Selected Gifts and Promised Gifts of Wallace and Wilhelmina Holladay to the Museum." The remarkable story of NMWA, told through the eyes of its founder, is a priceless legacy for women today and for future generations." "Wilhelmina Cole Holladay, the founder and chair of the board of the National Museum of Women in the Arts."--Jacket
America's National Gallery of Art : a gift to the nation by
Philip Kopper(
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16 editions published between 1991 and 2016 in English and held by 573 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
This handsome tribute to the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C. traces the history of the museum from conception to construction on the occasion of its fiftieth anniversary. Opened with great fanfare, the National Gallery was "the richest single gift from any individual to any nation ever." That individual was financier Andrew Mellon. Kopper's succinct biography covers Mellon's personal and political life as well as his passion for collecting the paintings of old masters. Mellon's bequest stipulated the museum's name, location, and details of governance, ensuring continued high standards and a vital future. Kopper includes profiles of the architect and various museum directors, including Mellon's son Paul, as well as illustrations that document some of the collection's highlights. ISBN 0-8109-3658-5: $60.00 (For use only in the library)
16 editions published between 1991 and 2016 in English and held by 573 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
This handsome tribute to the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C. traces the history of the museum from conception to construction on the occasion of its fiftieth anniversary. Opened with great fanfare, the National Gallery was "the richest single gift from any individual to any nation ever." That individual was financier Andrew Mellon. Kopper's succinct biography covers Mellon's personal and political life as well as his passion for collecting the paintings of old masters. Mellon's bequest stipulated the museum's name, location, and details of governance, ensuring continued high standards and a vital future. Kopper includes profiles of the architect and various museum directors, including Mellon's son Paul, as well as illustrations that document some of the collection's highlights. ISBN 0-8109-3658-5: $60.00 (For use only in the library)
The wild edge : life and lore of the great Atlantic beaches by
Philip Kopper(
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7 editions published between 1979 and 1991 in English and held by 466 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
7 editions published between 1979 and 1991 in English and held by 466 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
National Gallery of Art : a gift to the nation by
Philip Kopper(
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2 editions published in 1991 in English and held by 196 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
2 editions published in 1991 in English and held by 196 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Earth's amazing animals by
Thomas B Allen(
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2 editions published in 1983 in English and held by 146 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
2 editions published in 1983 in English and held by 146 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A Christmas testament(
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2 editions published in 1982 in English and held by 106 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
2 editions published in 1982 in English and held by 106 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Washington : seasons of the capital by
Ping Amranand(
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2 editions published in 1992 in English and held by 50 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
2 editions published in 1992 in English and held by 50 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Anonymous giver : a life of Charles E. Marsh by
Philip Kopper(
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2 editions published in 2000 in English and held by 47 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
2 editions published in 2000 in English and held by 47 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
New southern classicism : the residential architecture of Barry Fox by
Philip Kopper(
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2 editions published in 2006 in English and held by 24 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
2 editions published in 2006 in English and held by 24 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
"Shetland breeds : "little animals--very full of spirit," ancient, endangered & adaptable : a compendium with principal essays(
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2 editions published in 2003 in English and held by 17 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
2 editions published in 2003 in English and held by 17 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Volunteer! O volunteer! : a salute to the Smithsonian's unpaid legions by
Philip Kopper(
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1 edition published in 1983 in English and held by 6 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
1 edition published in 1983 in English and held by 6 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Windows on the world by
Philip Kopper(
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2 editions published in 1984 in English and held by 3 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
2 editions published in 1984 in English and held by 3 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
North American Indians : Before the Coming of the Europeans by
Philip Kopper(
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1 edition published in 1986 in English and held by 3 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
1 edition published in 1986 in English and held by 3 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Against uniformity : prehistoric language lessons for modern land managers by
Philip Kopper(
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1 edition published in 1996 in English and held by 2 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
1 edition published in 1996 in English and held by 2 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A celebration of Christmas in music and dance by
Philip Kopper(
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1 edition published in 1989 in English and held by 1 WorldCat member library worldwide
1 edition published in 1989 in English and held by 1 WorldCat member library worldwide
American heritage(
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1 edition published in 2009 in English and held by 1 WorldCat member library worldwide
1 edition published in 2009 in English and held by 1 WorldCat member library worldwide
Monticello reborn : Jefferson's home finally gets its own museum and education center by
Philip Kopper(
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1 edition published in 2009 in English and held by 1 WorldCat member library worldwide
1 edition published in 2009 in English and held by 1 WorldCat member library worldwide
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- Smithsonian Books (Publisher) Editor
- Sandved, Kjell B. (Kjell Bloch) 1922-2015
- Clark, Chip
- National Museum of Natural History (U.S.) Publishing director
- Smithsonian Institution Publishing director
- Clay, Langdon 1949- Photographer
- Colonial Williamsburg Foundation
- National Gallery of Art (U.S.)
- Holladay, Wilhelmina Cole 1922- Author
- National Museum of Women in the Arts (U.S.)
Associated Subjects
Antiquities Architects Architecture Art museum architecture Art museums Art objects--Collectors and collecting Beaches Bible Buildings Christian art and symbolism Christmas Corcoran Gallery of Art Country-dances (Music) East Building of the National Gallery of Art (Washington, D.C.) Fox, Barry Holladay, Wilhelmina Cole, Indians of North America Indians of North America--Antiquities Indians of North America--Social life and customs Invertebrates Kopper, Philip Lincoln, Abraham, Livestock Livestock breeds Louisiana--New Orleans Manners and customs Marsh, Charles Edward, Museum directors National Gallery of Art (U.S.) National Museum of Natural History (U.S.) National Museum of Women in the Arts (U.S.) North America Philanthropists Politics and government Public Welfare Foundation (Washington, D.C.) Scotland--Shetland Seashore biology Seasons Travel United States United States--Atlantic Coast United States--Gulf States Virginia Virginia--Williamsburg Virginia--Williamsburg--Colonial Williamsburg Volunteer workers in museums Washington (D.C.) Washington (D.C.)--National Sculpture Garden West Building of the National Gallery of Art (Washington, D.C.) Zoology