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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