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This book explores iconic furniture designs of the 20th century, focusing on the works of eight influential masters such as Michael Thonet, Marcel Breuer, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, and Charles Eames. It presents historical context, biographical sketches of the designers, and detailed descriptions with scaled drawings of almost fifty of their most important pieces. The book aims to provide a focused introduction to contemporary furniture design, highlighting the qualities, workmanship, and historical significance of these pieces within the broader Modern movement. Discover the evolution of furniture design from the Arts and Crafts movement to the mid-century modern era, and the relationship between iconic works and the specific time they were created.
Condition: Used (ex library, see images) Softcover ISBN 0823009319
