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Design of the 20th Century
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Bibliotheca Universalis
Explore the modern age of design in this Bibliotheca Universalis edition of the 20th century’s key movements and trends. Featuring numerous works from around the world, this is an essential compendium for design aficionados everywhere, with star turns including De Stijl, Dieter Rams, Charles and Ray Eames, and Philippe Starck.
Hardcover, 5.5 x 7.7 in., 2.61 lb, 768 pages
“…destined for the reference libraries of designers and architects but also a swell entertainment for the layperson.”
“An important and accessible reference.”
Design of the 20th Century
25The Bible of 20th-Century Design
From Art Nouveau to minimalism and everything in between
Poised at the start of the 21st century, we can see clearly that the previous century was marked by momentous changes in the field of design. Aesthetics entered into everyday life with often staggering results. Our homes and workplaces turned into veritable galleries of style and innovation.
From furniture to graphics, it’s all here—the work of artists who have shaped and re-created the modern world with a dizzying variety of materials. From the organic to the geometric, from Art Deco, through to Pop and High-Tech, this book contains all the great names—Harry Bertoia, De Stijl, Dieter Rams, Philippe Starck, Charles and Ray Eames, to name only a very few.
This essential book is a comprehensive journey through the shapes and colors, forms and functions of design history in the 20th century. An A–Z of designers and design schools, which builds into a complete picture of contemporary living. Lavishly illustrated, this is design in the fullest sense.
From furniture to graphics, it’s all here—the work of artists who have shaped and re-created the modern world with a dizzying variety of materials. From the organic to the geometric, from Art Deco, through to Pop and High-Tech, this book contains all the great names—Harry Bertoia, De Stijl, Dieter Rams, Philippe Starck, Charles and Ray Eames, to name only a very few.
This essential book is a comprehensive journey through the shapes and colors, forms and functions of design history in the 20th century. An A–Z of designers and design schools, which builds into a complete picture of contemporary living. Lavishly illustrated, this is design in the fullest sense.
The authors
Charlotte and Peter Fiell are well-known design authors having written over 70 books on the history, theory, and criticism of design. The Fiells have lectured widely, guest taught courses, curated exhibitions, and consulted manufacturing companies, museums, salerooms, and major private collectors around the world. Together, they have written numerous TASCHEN books, including 1000 Chairs, Design of the 20th Century, Industrial Design A–Z, 1000 Lights, Scandinavian Design, and, most recently, the double-volume Ultimate Collector Cars, Ultimate Collector Motorcycles and Ultimate Collector Watches.
Design of the 20th Century
Hardcover, 14 x 19.5 cm, 1.19 kg, 768 pagesISBN 978-3-8365-4106-0
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PERFETTO
July 28, 2022
Ho comprato diversi libri. Son tutti dei piccoli tesori.A small book
November 15, 2021
A Design Encyclopedia. This is a really cool compendium of art and artists from the 20th century and it's a VERY SMALL BOOK!Design du XXe siècle
November 2, 2021
Tout ce qu'il faut savoir !Marvelous
October 31, 2021
Beautiful design to captivate the mind.La biblia del design
October 29, 2021
Para los apasionado de design moderno. Hay todos los brands que tienes que conocer y sus productos más iconicos.Super complet
October 27, 2021
Intéressant et ludique