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In an exhaustive exploration of Art Deco decorative arts, Alastair Duncan highlights the style's rich forms and diverse global roots, beloved by collectors and designers alike. Originating in France with a luxurious aesthetic, it later evolved to incorporate metal and plastic, now known as 'Deco'. Despite Paris being its heart, Art Deco was globally inspired, with artists and designers from Europe and the Americas drawing from various traditions. The guide starts with essays on key media like furniture, sculpture, and jewelry, followed by detailed biographies of prominent artists. The second half offers an authoritative, illustrated AZ listing of significant Art Deco designers.
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Alastair Duncan's work as an officer and consultant at Christie's New York from 1977-1990 has made him a leading authority on Art Deco and Art Nouveau decorative arts. This is his thirty-third book on the decorative arts including Abrams's Masterworks of Louis Comfort Tiffany and American Art Deco. He lives in New York City.
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