Bibliograph

Mid-century modern, icons of design, illustrations by Here Design ; texts by Frances Ambler

Type

Label

Mid-century modern, icons of design, illustrations by Here Design ; texts by Frances Ambler

Language

eng

Illustrations

illustrations

Index

index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Mid-century modern

Responsibility statement

illustrations by Here Design ; texts by Frances Ambler

Sub title

icons of design

Summary

The mid-20th century was one of the most popular, collectable and dynamic periods of international design. Drawing on the inventive style of the era, this range of gift products features exclusive illustrations of iconic mid-century designs, from Eames chairs to Poul Henningsen lamps and George Nelson clocks, all rendered in a distinctive graphic style. Featuring over ninety pieces by sixty designers and design duos, Mid-Century Modern: Icons of Design is arranged chronologically, and includes chairs, tables, storage, lighting, and product and industrial design. Each spread includes a graphic depiction of the piece and a concise text. The models, materials and designers index offers easy reference through the book

Target audience

adult

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