Designed for delight alternative aspects of twentieth-century decorative arts
By the early part of this century, the principles of Modernism in design-- simplicity of form, little or no ornament, truth to materials-- were established as avant-garde ideas, and functionalism soon became an overriding concern. However, looking back from our fin-de-siècle perspective, it is evid...
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| Format: | Book |
| Language: | English |
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New York
Flammarion
1997
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Add Tag | Summary: | By the early part of this century, the principles of Modernism in design-- simplicity of form, little or no ornament, truth to materials-- were established as avant-garde ideas, and functionalism soon became an overriding concern. However, looking back from our fin-de-siècle perspective, it is evident that the history of modern design is far more varied and complex. This lavishly illustrated and beautifully designed book demonstrates the surprising ways in which Modernist designers also took alternative routes to create art beyond function. |
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| Physical Description: | 320 pages colour illustrations 28 cm. |
| Bibliography: | Includes bibliographical references and index |
| ISBN: | 2080135953 9782080135957 |
Art deco complete the definitive guide to the decorative arts of the 1920s and 1930s