Modern Design

Tobi Smith, editor,

ISBN 10: 0764316214 / ISBN 13: 9780764316210

Published by Schiffer Publishing Ltd, US, 2002

About this Item

A visual look at the creative explosion in design that made the 1950s one of the most exciting periods of the twentieth century. New materials and manufacturing methods of the 1950s meant that form, color, and function were all reconsidered, and innovations that shook the traditional ways of thinking and awoke the imagination of the public. Here is a look at the fabulous 50s designs, from furniture and lighting, to glass and pottery. The work of major designers, both international and American, are represented, including Franco Albini, Charles Eames, Paul Frankl, Alexander Girard, Arne Jacobsen, Carlo Mollino, George Nelson, Gió Ponti, Jean Prouvé, Eero Saarinen, and Ettore Sottsass. The historical information along will informative captions and rich color photographs make this a valuable resource for those who appreciate 50s design.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Modern Design
• Publisher: Schiffer Publishing Ltd, US
• Publication Date: 2002
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0764316214
• ISBN 13: 9780764316210
• Binding: Hardback
• Condition: New
• Dimensions: 9.75W x 1.25H x 11.5D inches 9.75 inches width by 1.25 inches height by 11.5 inches depth
• Weight: 1411 grams

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Synopsis

A visual look at the creative explosion in design that made the 1950s one of the most exciting periods of the twentieth century.

New materials and manufacturing methods of the 1950s meant that form, color, and function were all reconsidered, and innovations that shook the traditional ways of thinking and awoke the imagination of the public. Here is a look at the fabulous 50s designs, from furniture and lighting, to glass and pottery.

The work of major designers, both international and American, are represented, including Franco Albini, Charles Eames, Paul Frankl, Alexander Girard, Arne Jacobsen, Carlo Mollino, George Nelson, Gió Ponti, Jean Prouvé, Eero Saarinen, and Ettore Sottsass.

The historical information along will informative captions and rich color photographs make this a valuable resource for those who appreciate 50s design.

About the Author

Tobi Smith is Executive Director of the California Heritage Museum in Santa Monica, California.