This definitive survey of one of the most popular, collectible, and dynamic periods of international design offers a rich overview of all aspects of the subject. It covers furniture, lighting, glass, ceramics, textiles, product design, industrial design, graphics, and posters, as well as architecture and interior decoration, exemplifying the postwar enthusiasm and energy, the use of innovative and affordable materials, and forms of mass production, as well as new approaches to 'good design.' Almost 100 significant and influential creators from the mid-century period are highlighted, whether based in Scandinavia, Western Europe, America, Japan, Brazil, or Australia. An additional illustrated glossary includes hundreds more key designers and manufacturers from the mid-century, as well as important organizations, schools, and movements. Containing thirteen specially commissioned essays from distinguished experts and over 1,000 predominantly color illustrations, it is essential for every design enthusiast, collector, or reader seeking inspiration for their home.
Manufacturer
- Author
- Dominic Bradbury
- Publisher
- Thames & Hudson
- Language
- English
- Subtitle
- A Complete Sourcebook
- Cover
- Soft
- Number of Pages
- 544
- Release Date
- -
- Publication Date
- 2021
- Award
- -
- Dimensions
- 20x26 cm
- Art Albums
- Yes
- Subjects
- Architecture, Decoration
- ISBN-13
- 9780500023471
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