Mid-Century Modern Complete by Dominic Bradbury
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.
'An encyclopaedic volume that sets out to create a comprehensive portrait of every aspect of post-war productionThat means a shelf-busting size, around 1,000 illustrations and a fascinating text that places objects in their often tumultuous historical context' - Wallpaper*
'Ambitious and superbly produced … comprehensive and stunning' - Antiques Diary
'Beautifully produced … a must-read' - The Resident
'The ultimate compendium for fans of the aesthetic' - The Times (Book of the Week)
'A treasure trove of modernist interiors' - Sainsbury’s Magazine
'Ambitious and superbly produced … comprehensive and stunning' - Antiques Diary
'Beautifully produced … a must-read' - The Resident
'The ultimate compendium for fans of the aesthetic' - The Times (Book of the Week)
'A treasure trove of modernist interiors' - Sainsbury’s Magazine
Dominic Bradbury is a writer and journalist specialising in architecture, interiors and design. He writes for many magazines and newspapers in the UK and internationally, including The Times, The Guardian and House & Garden. His many books include Mid-Century Modern Design, The Iconic American House, The Iconic House and New Nordic Houses, all published by Thames & Hudson. He lives in Norfolk with his wife and children.
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| ISBN 13 | 9780500517277 |
| ISBN 10 | 0500517274 |
| Title | Mid-Century Modern Complete |
| Author | Dominic Bradbury |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Publisher | Thames & Hudson Ltd |
| Year published | 2014-09-15 |
| Number of pages | 544 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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