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The most complete monograph on the pioneering modernist.' - Fast Company This acclaimed book is the most comprehensive published on architect and designer Marcel Breuer (1902-1981), looking in detail at all the houses, furniture, and public buildings he designed in Europe and the United States - from his beginning at the Bauhaus through his collaboration with Walter Gropius, and the establishment of his own practice in the USA. Written by acclaimed architect and writer Robert McCarter, the first edition of this book was described as a 'serious study' (Financial Times) that would help in 'realigning Breuer's position in the canon of modern masters' (TLS). The complete monograph on the last of the first generation of Modernist architects, Breuer is the only book that examines both his design as well as his architecture, with detailed descriptions of his work - including commercial, residential, furniture, and unrealized projects, including all of his iconic furniture (such as the Wassily and Cesca chairs) and buildings (including the UNESCO Headquarters in Paris and the Whitney Museum in New York). Back in print due to popular demand, this new edition has a beautiful new cover featuring the global headquarters of Sotheby's in New York.

Filled with brilliant reproductions, engaging texts and the latest scholarship, this portable and attractively priced volume is the perfect introduction to one of European modern art's most important movements. Founded in Munich in 1911, the Blue Rider Group was a revolutionary collective of artists that pioneered German Expressionism. Including Wassily Kandinsky, Franz Marc, Natalia Goncharova, Gabriele Münter, and Marianne von Werefkin, the group rejected the prevailing formal and academic artistic trends of their time, sought to break free from the constraints of traditional painting, transcend the material world, and explore emotional and spiritual truths in their art. This book spotlights 35 important works that embody the artists' pioneering achievements and radical innovations. It features stunning reproductions that highlight the movement's use of luminous colors, symbolic forms, and expressive brushwork. An introductory essay explores the cultural and historical environment that led to the group's establishment, the diverse critical response to their work, and their lasting impact on subsequent artistic movements, such as Cubism, the Bauhaus, and Abstract Expressionism.

Traces the evolution of midcentury houses and demonstrates how they are experienced and lived in today This expanded and updated edition of the 2014 classic focuses on the concentration of midcentury houses in New Canaan, Connecticut, built by noted architects including Marcel Breuer, Eliot Noyes, Philip Johnson, John Black Lee, and Edward Durell Stone. This new edition addresses the issue of preservation and adaptive reuse as a sustainable architectural strategy. A representative group of 17 houses reveals an evolving legacy, now adapting to contemporary life. Each is examined in detail, with plans, timelines, and both archival and new photography, capturing the clean, minimalist look of the initial construction and re-imagining by significant architects of our time. Today preservation and renovation of older buildings has new visibility as a sustainable approach. As the National Trust for Historic Preservation has said, "The greenest building is the one that is already built."|Traces the evolution of midcentury houses and demonstrates how they are experienced and lived in today|Cristina A. Ross is an architect and preservationist, based in New Canaan, and a board member of Preservation Connecticut Lorenzo Ottaviani is the creative director of Lorenzo Ottaviani Design Jeffrey R. Matz is a practicing architect in Stamford, Connecticut Michael Biondo is an architectural photographer whose work has appeared in numerous design publications John Morris Dixon is the former editor-in-chief of Progressive Architecture and a board member of Docomomo International

The comprehensive story of an icon of modern architecture: the Edith Farnsworth House, designed by Mies van der Rohe One of the most famous residences in modern history, a glass and steel marvel that seems to float above its site, the Edith Farnsworth House had been legendary in the public imagination long before it could be widely accessed. This book charts the house's original design by Mies van der Rohe and periods of neglect, flooding, and new ownership by Lord Peter Palumbo. Now publicly accessible and celebrating twenty years of being owned and administered by the National Trust for Historic Preservation, this icon of modern architecture commissioned by client and patron Edith Farnsworth now gets its due. The Edith Farnsworth House is one of the most prized residences in modern architectural history, whose sometimes fraught history culminates in its publicly accessible life today. The book, which newly foregrounds the key role of client Edith Farnsworth, is written and edited by Michelangelo Sabatino, who contributes deep expertise on modernist architecture, and includes an essay by architectural historian Dietrich Neumann, excerpts of Edith Farnsworth's unpublished memoir, as well as interviews with Mies's grandson Dirk Lohan, and the house's second owner, Lord Peter Palumbo. Published in association with the National Trust for Historic Preservation, this book is published is a trove of cultural and visual history, and includes photographs by Hedrich Blessing, Hiroshi Sugimoto, and Annie Leibovitz, in addition to documentation of cultural collaborations with artists, designers, and performance troupes such as Virgil Abloh, Iñigo Manglano-Ovalle, and Gerard & Kelly.|The comprehensive story of an icon of modern architecture: the Edith Farnsworth House, designed by Mies van der Rohe|Michelangelo Sabatino is an architectural historian, curator, and preservationist. He is Professor at Illinois Institute of Technology's College of Architecture where he is the inaugural John Vinci Distinguished Research Fellow and directs the PhD program. He serves on the Board of Directors of Docomomo US. He is author and coauthor of numerous books, including Modern in the Middle: Chicago Houses 1929-75 (Monacelli, 2020).Scott Mehaffey is Executive Director/Curator of the Edith Farnsworth House Historic Site in Plano, Illinois.Dietrich Neumann is director of Urban Studies at Brown University and author of An Accidental Masterpiece: Mies van der Rohe's Barcelona Pavilion (2020).Hilary Lewis is Chief Curator and Creative Director of The Glass House in New Canaan, Connecticut.

As inviting and sensual as a warm summer day, this opulent exhibition catalog offers a deep appreciation of Klimt's ornate, exquisitely detailed, and atmospheric landscape paintings. For the last twenty years of his career, Gustav Klimt devoted considerable energy to painting landscapes during his summer vacations-and these bucolic scenes became some of his most sought-after pictures. Filled with vibrant high-quality reproductions and featuring engaging essays by leading scholars in the field, this exhibition catalog situates Klimt's landscapes alongside fin-de-siècle fashion, photography, and decorative arts of the Wiener Werkstätte in particular. Klimt's landscapes are examined within the context of his larger oeuvre and traces the evolution of his style: from one informed by the academic tradition, to his ornate "golden style" decorative approach influenced by the ideal of the Gesamtkunstwerk, and then to a more painterly manner of working in pure color. The book also considers Klimt's relationship with his muse, fashion designer Emilie Flöge; his deep engagement with the Viennese avant-garde; and the specific techniques he employed to achieve mesmerizing, harmonious works that literally shimmer with light and color.

Fifty years after Picasso's death, this magnificent collection of drawings offers a career-spanning tour of the artist's brilliant and dynamic use of line and a window into the heart and soul of the most prolific aspect of his oeuvre. From his early studies to his final works, drawing was, for Picasso, an ever-renewing exploration of the powers of the line. Comprising over three hundred reproductions from his massive oeuvre, this collection features both well-received and rarely seen works, as well as images from his extraordinary notebooks. It features fifty penetrating essays that examine the themes, symbols and techniques that echo throughout Picasso's career-from monsters, crucifixions, and self-portraits to crayon, crosshatching, and ink. It includes book illustrations and plans for sculptures; color and figure studies; collage and journal entries. Stunning full-color reproductions allow readers to appreciate the enormous inventiveness and diversity of Picasso's work, from serpentine lines to hatched drawing, from the delicate nuances of pastel to the deep blacks of ink. Accompanying the largest-ever exhibition of Picasso's drawings and engravings, this gorgeous volume is a must-have for students and fans of one of the greatest artists of the modern era.

Step back in time to the Great Exhibition of 1851 with The Model Houses for Families. This stunning book showcases the innovative and groundbreaking designs of the exhibition's model homes, and provides fascinating insights into the social and cultural context of 19th century Britain.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

From his provincial origins in the small northern Mexico town of Múzquiz, Coahuila, to his meteoric rise in Manhattan's East Village art scene, to having achieved international standing at the time of his early death at forty-seven, Julio Galán was radically transgressive. The artist extended contemporary Mexican painting beyond the cultural criticism of Neo-Mexicanism (neomexicanismo), redefining Mexican identity as gender-expansive in his art. Galán combined gender-fluid imagery, his performative persona, queer self-representation, and cross-cultural visual and textual references to create large-scale, layered, dialogical visual puzzles. An artist ahead of his time, Galán's content and imagery is relevant to contemporary LGBTQ+ social movements.Replete with full-color reproductions of Galán's artwork and photographic material, Teresa Eckmann's book serves as the first English-language monograph on the artist's life and work. Anyone interested in art in Mexico and Latin America will find this book an indispensable addition to their library, and it will be a core book on the study of this artist for decades to come.

An updated edition of this classic title on the origins of 20th-century ideas in architecture and the applied arts.

Now in paperback: acclaimed author Lucy Sante's "eye-opening tale of the greed and corruption but also diplomacy and ingenuity" (The Washington Post) involved in the creation of the upstate reservoir system that makes New York City's existence possible--but irreparably altered rural ecosystems and communities

The extraordinary story behind Degas’s groundbreaking painting of the biracial circus performer Miss La La

A beautifully illustrated compendium of Andersen’s fairy tales written in Spanish.As treasured today as they will undoubtedly be for generations to come, Hans Christian Andersen’s fairy tales are cornerstones of our collective consciousness as much as of the Western literary canon. From The Ugly Duckling to The Little Mermaid and The Emperor’s New Clothes, this beautifully presented collection shares the eternal magic of these stories with a selection of eight tales, each illustrated with sparkling vintage artwork from the 1890s to the 1980s.True to the international appeal of the stories, the featured artists hail from Scandinavia to Japan and include such greats as Kay Nielsen, Josef Paleček, Tom Seidmann-Freud (niece of Sigmund Freud), and the groundbreaking film animator Lotte Reiniger. The collection also features historic and contemporary silhouettes, a presentation of Andersen’s immense legacy, and brief historical introductions to each fairy tale. A treasure for the whole family, this precious edition inspires and enchants as much as the mystical, magical worlds of Andersen’s imagination.The following fairy tales are featured in the book:The Princess and the Pea, The Nightingale, The Little Mermaid, The Emperor’s New Clothes, The Steadfast Tin Soldier, The Snow Queen, The Ugly Duckling, The Tinderbox.

Über die Geschichte der österreichischen Ingenieurkammern Das vorliegende Buch untersucht erstmals die Geschichte der österreichischen Ingenieurkammern und ihrer Mitglieder von der Gründung des Ziviltechnikerwesens 1860 bis zum Ziviltechnikergesetz 1957. Der Fokus liegt neben der Rekonstruktion der Organisationsgeschichte auf der Aufarbeitung der Kollaboration mit dem NS-Regime und dem Schicksal jener Ziviltechniker:innen, die verfolgt wurden. Ausgewählte Biografien machen Handlungsspielräume innerhalb der Kammern, Karriereverläufe und -brüche von Mitgliedern und Auswirkungen diskriminierender Maßnahmen sichtbar. Ein besonderes Anliegen ist dabei, die Erinnerung an jene Ziviltechniker:innen wachzuhalten, die dem NS-Regime zum Opfer fielen. Mit der wissenschaftlichen Aufarbeitung der Kammergeschichte übernimmt die Bundeskammer der Ziviltechniker:innen eine wichtige Verantwortung. Ein zentraler Beitrag zur Aufarbeitung der NS-Zeit und der Institutionengeschichten in Österreich Wissenschaftliche Aufarbeitung exemplarischer Biografien von Ziviltechniker:innen Mit Beiträgen von Ingrid Holzschuh, Inge Korneck und Alexandra Wachter sowie mit zahlreichen historischen Abbildungen und Infografiken

A groundbreaking volume resituating the Harlem Renaissance as integral to the development of twentieth-century modernism

Kathryn E. O'Rourke offers a new interpretation of the development of modern architecture in the Mexican capital, showing close links between design, evolving understandings of national architectural history, folk art, and social reform.

An exploration of the evolution of the Japanese Mingei (folk art) movement within the context of today’s concerns

Born in 19th-century France, Impressionism remains at the forefront of the world's cultural institutions. This go-to book not only touches on the movement's sites of production and technical innovations, but also its revolutionary artists, from Claude Monet and Pierre-Auguste Renoir to Berthe Morisot and Eva Gonzalès.

Examples from History - Directing Light for the Present and Future History is in excess of a vault of dusty dates and neglected names; it is a rich embroidery woven with the strings of human experience. It is a mother lode of examples, every part offering significant experiences into the human condition. "Examples from History" welcomes you to set out on an excursion through time, where the reverberations of the past resonate in the present and enlighten the way to a superior future. This investigation digs into the immortal insight found in the chronicles of history, refining it into significant examples that resound across societies and ages. From the perspective of authentic occasions, we find the results of arrogance - that charming yet risky mix of pride and carelessness. From the doomed journey of the Titanic to the ascent and fall of domains, we reveal the sobering truth that unrestrained arrogance can prompt fiasco. Lowliness, we learn, is definitely not an indication of shortcoming however a rampart against wildness. Versatility arises as a sparkling reference point in the midst of the haziest parts of history. The tales of people like Nelson Mandela, who got through many years of detainment at this point never gave up to surrender, and the suffragettes who battled tirelessly for ladies' freedoms, advise us that difficulty isn't the end however a chance for development. History instructs us that mishaps, regardless of how overwhelming, can be changed into venturing stones toward progress. "Examples from History" additionally dives into the persevering through force of advancement, the significance of solidarity in achieving social change, and the unstoppable human soul that arises even in the most disheartening of conditions. These illustrations impact us today as we wrestle with worldwide difficulties, from environmental change to civil rights. This investigation fills in as an extension between the past and the future, a signal of shrewdness that guides us through the intricacies of the present. By embracing the illustrations of history, we honor the traditions of the people who preceded us and gain experiences to explore the unknown waters of tomorrow. Go along with us on this illuminating excursion through time, where the past addresses the present and lights the way forward.

With fifty unique designs, English Country Cottages Old & New is a wonderfully relaxing coloring book is not just for adults! Older kids and teens can take advantage of the serene scenes within as well! Featuring cottages and gardens reminiscent of classic English Cottages, some modern and some as old as Tudor style- this book offers peace and tranquility at your fingertips! Each design is printed on its own 70 lb. weight page, allowing for the use of a variety of bleed-through media as long as the page beneath is protected. Use markers, paints, watercolors - whichever! Let your imagination take you wherever it wants to go! Just beware - with this book - it very well could take you to some spooky places! Remove and display for some truly haunted art or use to tell a spooky ghost story!

Die Publikation widmet sich dem Wandel von Männlichkeit(en), den Bildende Künstler:innen seit den 1970er Jahren und aktuell mehr denn je verhandeln. Die vielfältigen künstlerischen Prozesse, in denen die Vorstellung von Männlichkeit als scheinbar universale, unumstößliche Konstante sukzessiv durch die Annahme einer Pluralität von Männlichkeiten abgelöst wird, beleuchten die kunst- und kulturwissenschaftlichen Beiträge des Bandes in vier Sektionen: Postphallische Männlichkeit, Queering Masculinities, Optimierte Männlichkeit(en) und Verletzlichkeit. Ausgehend von der Prämisse, dass Männerkörper keinen intrinsischen Wesenskern besitzen, sondern sozial konstruiert und somit transformierbar sind, werden Visionen zukünftiger Männlichkeit(en) diskutiert und greifbar gemacht.

Dive into the fascinating world of art history with a jigsaw puzzle that's a true masterpiece itself! Embark on an artistic journey spanning centuries. Each piece of this puzzle is a work of art in itself, depicting iconic moments and legendary artists that have shaped the course of art history. From early cave paintings and ancient Egyptian art, through the Renaissance, Realism and Impressionism, to the Modern era of Expressionism, Cubism and Pop Art, witness the evolution of creativity unfold piece by piece. - Piece together some of history's most iconic pieces of art, including Da Vinci's Mona Lisa, Edvard Munch's The Scream, Johannes Vermeer's Girl with a Pearl Earring, and Hokusai's The Great Wave off Kanagawa. - Challenge your mind: This 1000-piece puzzle is a brain-teasing adventure that will test your attention to detail, and puzzle-solving skills. - A perfect gift: It's not just a puzzle; it's a captivating art history lesson waiting to be assembled. Share the joy of discovery with friends and family, young and old. - Illustrated by Martin "Mander" Ander, known for his humor and incredible attention to detail and reverence for art. Mander has beautifully captured the essence of each historical masterpiece, and his unique style and passion for storytelling through art shine through every piece, making this puzzle an immersive experience. - Premium quality: The Pieces of Art puzzle features high-quality, sturdy pieces that fit together seamlessly. The image reproduction is sharp and vibrant, ensuring that your completed puzzle will be a true work of art to display and cherish. - Frame-worthy masterpiece: Frame your completed masterpiece and proudly display it in your home, turning your love for art history into a stunning piece of wall decor. - Experience the joy of art: As you piece together each element of Pieces of Art you'll not only gain a deeper appreciation for the world of art but also experience the satisfaction of bringing these famous works to life, one piece at a time. - Includes 1,000 jigsaw pieces. 50 x 70 cm (19,7 x 27,5 inches) when completed. 25 x 25 x 5,2 cm (9,8 x 9,8 x 2 inches) box, and full color print of the puzzle motif. - Sturdy, attractive box. Not too large. Perfect for gifting and storage. - Full color poster of Martin Ander's artwork with key information on all the art and artists referenced. - Also available in Dokument Press' puzzle series: Warhol's World, Fearless Females, Sneaker Puzzle and Hip Hop Puzzle.

Chronicles the growth of the independent, workshop-based, Rambusch Decorating Company in New York, now being run by a fourth generation.

Flat Pack, catalogue and pre-manufactured homes have a secret history in the Bay Area. Many homes were pre-cut and delivered to the job site to be assembled in a matter of days. From small 2 bedroom beach bungalows to spacious 2000+ square foot shingle houses that line the streets of Alameda, many homes were ordered from a catalog and assembled on urban lots where people still live contented lives. There were also local architects and developers that created pre-fabricated homes locally to be delivered and built in developments. This book explores this history, through local leaders, archives, historians as well real estate brokers, investors, agents and homeowners. Oakland, Alameda, Berkeley and the surrounding areas were architecturally developed and influenced by the modern concept of efficient assembly line building. The book also explores how that building was affected by redlining and race relations at that time.

Thematically focused analaysis of modern architecture throughout Texas with gorgeous photographs illustrating works by famous and lesser-known architects.

Explore the works of one of the greatest artists of all time. Gustav Klimt art deck is a dazzling collection of 50 cards exploring the masterpieces of one of the most celebrated artists of all time. From the shimmering golds and rich hues of The Kiss to the intricate patterns of The Tree of Life, each card showcases the beauty and complexity of Klimt's style. Through detailed analyses of each painting, you'll gain a deeper understanding of Klimt's techniques, symbolism, and life story, and how they influenced his art. Whether you're an art lover, a Klimt aficionado, or simply looking for a beautiful and informative deck of cards, Gustav Klimt art deck is the perfect addition to your coffee table, bookcase, or desk.

Explore the works of one of the greatest artists of all time. Vincent Van Gogh art deck is a stunning collection of 50 cards featuring some of the most iconic paintings of this legendary artist. Each card explores a different masterpiece in intricate detail, offering a deep dive into Van Gogh's creative process, artistic technique, and personal life. From the vibrant swirls of Starry Night to the delicate blooms of Almond Blossom, these cards offer a unique perspective on the life and work of one of the greatest artists of all time. Whether you're an art lover, a Van Gogh aficionado, or simply looking for a beautiful and informative deck of cards, Vincent Van Gogh art deck is the perfect addition to your coffee table, bookcase, or desk.

The pursuit of antiquity was important for scholarly artists in constructing their knowledge of history and cultural identity in late imperial China. By examining versatile trends within paintings in modern China, this book questions the extent to which historical relics have been used to represent the ethnic identity of modern Chinese art. In doing so, this book asks: did the antiquarian movements ultimately serve as a deliberate tool for re-writing Chinese art history in modern China?In searching for the public meaning of inventive private collecting activity, Appropriating Antiquity in Modern Chinese Painting draws on various modes of artistic creation to address how the use of antiquities in early 20th-century Chinese art both produced and reinforced the imaginative links between ancient civilization and modern lives in the late Qing dynasty. Further exploring how these social and cultural transformations were related to the artistic exchanges happening at the time between China, Japan and the West, the book successfully analyses how modernity was translated and appropriated at the turn of the 20th century, throughout Asia and further afield.

This book introduces a compelling new personality to the modernist canon, Marisa Mori (1900-1985), who became the only female contributor to The Futurist Cookbook (1932) with her recipe for "Italian Breasts in the Sun." Providing something more complex than a traditional biographical account, Griffiths presents a feminist critique of Mori's art, converging on issues of gender, culture, and history to offer new critical perspectives on Italian modernism.If subsequently written out of modernist memory, Mori was once at the center of the Futurism movement in Italy; yet she worked outside the major European capitals and fluctuated between traditional figurative subjects and abstract experimentation. As a result, her in-between pictures can help to re-think the margins of modernism. By situating Mori's most significant artworks in the critical context of interwar Fascism, and highlighting her artistic contributions before, during, and after her Futurist decade, Griffiths contributes to a growing body of knowledge on the women who participated in the Italian Futurist movement. In doing so, she explores a woman artist's struggle for modernity among the Italian Futurists in an age of Fascism.