Disturbed Imagination

Cambridge University Press eBooks 2026 Book chapter

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Authors: Robin Holt
DOI: 10.1017/9781009165839.005
Cited by: 0
References: 3

Abstract

An examination of the importance of idiosyncrasy, individuated expressiveness, nurturing the excessive and a willingness to learn from accident and surprise. The chapter begins with elaboration of Proust’s fervent interest in Ruskin’s interest in the disturbed imagination, before also discussing the London studio pottery of the Martin Brothers, along with contemporary examples of work that upsets established hierarchies and categories, as well as taking functionality to its limits.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Crafts Textile and Design Art Politics and Modernism Aesthetics and Perception

Publication details

Journal / source
Cambridge University Press eBooks
Pages
179–220
Publication date
27 February 2026
Language
EN
Document type
Book chapter