This definitive survey of one of the most popular,collectable and dynamic periods of international design offers a rich overview of all aspects of the subject. It covers mid-century furniture,lighting,glass,ceramics,textiles,product design,industrial design,graphics and posters,as well as architecture and interior design,exemplifying post-war optimism and energy,use of innovative and affordable materials and forms of mass manufacture,and newly developed precepts of'good design'.Nearly 100 major and influential creators of the mid-century period are highlighted,whether based in Scandinavia,Western Europe,America,Japan,Brazil or Australia.An additional illustrated dictionary features hundreds more key mid-century designers and manufacturers as well as important organizations,schools and movements.Complete with thirteen specially commissioned essays by renowned experts and over 1,000 mainly colour illustrations,it is a must-have for any design aficionado,collector or reader seeking inspiration for their home.
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Publisher: Thames & Hudson LtdISBN: 9780500023471Number of pages: 544Weight: 2130 gDimensions: 262 x 204 mm
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'The ultimate compendium for fans of the aesthetic'- The Times'Encyclopaedic...a comprehensive portrait of every aspect of post-war production...fascinating'- Wallpaper'Ambitious and superbly produced...comprehensive and stunning'- Antiques Diary
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