Mid-century modern complete: (E) - Rilegato

Bradbury, Dominic

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ISBN 10: 0500517274 ISBN 13: 9780500517277

Casa editrice: Thames & Hudson, 2014

Riassunto

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 furniture, lighting, glass, ceramics, textiles, product design, industrial design, graphics and posters, as well as architecture and interior design. Nearly 100 major and influential creators of the mid-century period are highlighted, including icons such as Saul Bass, Robin Day, Charles and Ray Eames, Marimekko, Isamu Noguchi, Dieter Rams, Lucie Rie and Paolo Venini, as well as architects Alvar Aalto, Philip Johnson, Richard Neutra and Oscar Niemeyer. 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 acquisition for any design aficionado, collector or reader seeking inspiration for their home.

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Recensione:

Dominic Bradbury has succeeded in balancing style with substance. --Mid Century Magazine

Packed with hundreds of drool-over designs. --The Guardian

A must for avid collectors of the period, the book's stylish design and photography are as beautiful as the era they evoke. --Images Interiors & Living

International in scope and inspirational in content. --Elle Decoration

The systematic approach to chronicling the most influential designers in each category is immensely helpful. --House & Garden

The stylishly-produced Mid-Century Modern Complete is the definitive book on the subject. --The Weekender

...the ultimate survey of mid-century modern design. --The Modern House Blog

The ultimate compendium for fans of the aesthetic. --Book of the Week, The Times

A whopper. --RetroToGo.com

In this comprehensive survey thirteen specially commissioned essays explore the influences, output and legacy of this remarkable period in material culture. --New Design Journal

Ambitious and superbly produced ... comprehensive and stunning ... it seems to justify the 'complete' title. --Antiques Diary

'Mid-Century Modern Complete' is an encyclopaedic volume that sets out to create a comprehensive portrait of every aspect of post-war production. That means a shelf-busting size, around 1,000 illustrations and a fascinating text that places objects in their often tumultuous historical context. --Wallpaper.com

One of the most encyclopaedic surveys of mid-century design. --Homes and Antiques

For lovers of design from the 1950s and 1960s Thames & Hudson's new publication is a must. --Hali Magazine

A beautifully-produced run-through of the key designers and their work from this most influential era. A must read. --The Resident Magazine

Epic ... well-researched ... it's a joy to discover the stories behind both well-known and obscure pieces. --Alto Magazine

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• Editore: Thames & Hudson
• Data di pubblicazione: 2014
• ISBN 10: 0500517274
• ISBN 13: 9780500517277
• Rilegatura: Copertina rigida
• Numero edizione: 1
• Numero di pagine: 544