WHITEWAY, MICHAEL & AUGUSTO MORELLO

Christopher Dresser. 1834-1904

Milano: Skira Editore, 2002. First Edition. Original decorated boards. ISBN: 8884911028. With b/w & coloured plates & illustrations. Slight wear to spine, covers & corners. Dustjacket somewhat worn. ; "Christopher Dresser: 1834-1904" is a fascinating exploration of one of the most innovative and influential designers of the Victorian era. This comprehensive book delves into the life and work of Christopher Dresser, whose forward-thinking designs in decorative arts paved the way for modern industrial design principles. The text illuminates Dresser's revolutionary approach to design, characterized by functionality, simplicity, and beauty, which was markedly ahead of his time. His work spanned various mediums, including textiles, ceramics, glass, and metalware, showcasing his versatility and deep understanding of material properties. The book is richly illustrated, featuring a wide array of Dresser's designs, from intricate botanical drawings to the sleek geometrical patterns of his household items, providing readers with a visual appreciation of his artistic genius. Additionally, it places Dresser’s contributions within the broader context of 19th-century design and industrial innovations, highlighting his role in transforming Victorian aesthetics and influencing future generations of designers. This volume is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of design and the legacy of a visionary who helped shape the modern world. ; Folio; 208 pages. Very Good in Good+ dust jacket .

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Buchzahl: LCB60902

Katalog: Art, Architecture & Design

Sonstige Stichworte: 8884911028

WIGODER, GEOFFREY

The Story of the Synagogue: A Diaspora Museum Book

San Francisco: Harper & Row, 1986. First US Edition; First Impression. Original Boards. ISBN: 0060694017. With illustrations. Slight discolouration to dustjacket spine. Slight bumping to covers. Slight wear to spine, covers and corners. ; Quarto; 208 pages. Very Good in Very Good- dust jacket .

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Buchzahl: LCB60340

Katalog: Art & Architecture

Sonstige Stichworte: 0060694017 Cultural History Synagogues Culture Jewish Ethics Museums

WILCOX, SCOTT

British Watercolours. Drawings of the 18th and 19th Centuries from the Yale Center for British Art

London: American Federation of Arts, 1986. First British Edition. Original cloth. ISBN: 0856138754. With b/w & coloured plates. Light wear to spine, covers & corners. Dustjacket slightly worn. ; Quarto; 248 pages. Near Fine in Very Good dust jacket .

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Buchzahl: LCB60299

Katalog: Art, Architecture & Design

Sonstige Stichworte: 0856138754 Drawing 18th 19th Century Painting

WILSON, RICHARD GUY

Mckim, Mead and White. Architects

New York: Rizzoli International Publications, 1984. First Edition. Original Blue Cloth. ISBN: 0847804917. With b/w & coloured plates & illustrations. Slight wear to spine, covers, corners & dustjacket. ; 26.5 x 26.5 x 2 cms; 238 pages. Very Good in Very Good dust jacket .

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Buchzahl: LCB85048

Katalog: Art, Architecture & Design

Sonstige Stichworte: 0847804917 American

WILTON-ELY, JOHN AND VALERIE (TRANSLATORS)

The Horses of San Marco, Venice

London: Thames and Hudson, 1979. 1st English Language Edition; First Impression. Original Cloth. ISBN: 0500233047. With plates. Message from previous owner on front free endpapers including poems by J. A. Symonds and Shelley. Loosely inserted newspaper cutting related to the Horses of San Marco. Light soiling and sticker residue to dustjacket. Slight soiling to top edge. Light foxing to endpapers & bottom edge. Slight bumping to top edge of dustjacket. Slight wear to spine, covers and corners. ; Quarto; viii, 247 pages. Good+ in Good+ dust jacket .

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Buchzahl: LCB60397

Katalog: Art & Architecture

Sonstige Stichworte: 0500233047 Italy Sculpture Sculptures Hippology Equine

WILTON-ELY, JOHN

Piranesi, Paestum and Soane

Munich, London & New York: Prestel, 2013. First Edition. Original boards. ISBN: 379134806X. With b/w & coloured frontispiece, plates & illustrations. Light shelfwear. ; It explores Piranesi's artistic contributions and his relationship with his contemporary, the English architect Sir John Soane. Renowned for his advocacy of Rome, Piranesi produced over a thousand etchings depicting the Eternal City and its ancient monuments, which had a profound influence on the neoclassical movement. This work, offering a scholarly examination of Piranesi's artistry and his connection with Soane, sheds light on their mutual influence and the broader context of 18th-century architecture and printmaking? ; Quarto; 120 pages. As New in As New dust jacket .

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Buchzahl: LCB60847

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Sonstige Stichworte: 379134806x

WINDSOR, ALAN

Peter Behrens. Architect and Designer

London: The Architectural Press, 1981. First Edition. Original boards. ISBN: 0851390722. With frontispiece & illustrations. Slight wear to spine, covers, corners & dustjacket. ; Peter Behrens (1868–1940) was a German architect and designer who played a significant role in the early 20th-century architectural and design movements. He is often considered one of the pioneers of modern architecture and industrial design. Here are some key aspects of Peter Behrens' life and work: Architectural Career: Behrens began his career as an architect and was associated with the German Jugendstil (Art Nouveau) movement. One of his notable early works was the design of the AEG Turbine Factory in Berlin (1908-1909). This industrial building is often regarded as one of the first examples of modern industrial architecture. Industrial Design and Corporate Identity: Behrens was a versatile designer and played a crucial role in shaping the concept of corporate identity. He was appointed by the AEG (Allgemeine Elektricitäts-Gesellschaft) company in 1907 as an artistic consultant. At AEG, Behrens not only designed industrial facilities but also worked on the design of products, logos, and promotional materials. This comprehensive approach to design marked the beginning of a more integrated and holistic design philosophy. Colleague of Walter Gropius and the Deutscher Werkbund: Peter Behrens was a mentor to several important figures in modern architecture, including Walter Gropius, who later became the founder of the Bauhaus School. Behrens was involved with the Deutscher Werkbund, a German association of artists, architects, and designers that aimed to integrate traditional crafts with modern industrial techniques. Design of the Darmstadt Artists' Colony: Behrens was involved in the design of the Darmstadt Artists' Colony (1901-1914) , a residential community for artists that aimed to integrate architecture, art, and craftsmanship. The project involved collaboration with other influential artists of the time. Later Career: After World War I, Behrens continued his career in various capacities. He served as the city architect of Vienna and designed residential buildings and public projects. In the 1920s, he worked on projects in Switzerland and the Netherlands, contributing to the development of modernist architecture. Peter Behrens' influence extended beyond his own built works, as his approach to integrating architecture, design, and industrial processes laid the groundwork for the modernist movement. His teachings and mentorship played a crucial role in shaping the next generation of architects and designers. ; Octavo; 186 pages. Very Good in Very Good dustjacket .

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Buchzahl: LCH46498

Katalog: Art, Architecture & Design

Sonstige Stichworte: 0851390722 Modernism & Industry Social & Cultural History

WISMER, BEAT & MICHAEL SCHOLZ- HäNSEL (EDITORS)

El Greco Und Die Moderne

Ostfildern, Germany: Hatje Cantz Verlag & Museum Kunstpalast Foundation, 2012. First Edition. Original Wrappers. With colour plates. Slight bumping to bottom edge. Slight price sticker residue on back cover. Slight chipping to edge of back cover. Slight wear to spine, covers and corners. ; Quarto; 415 pages. Very Good- with no dust jacket .

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Buchzahl: lcb60390

Katalog: Art & Architecture

WITTLICH, PETR

Art–Nouveau Prague

University of Chicago Press, 2009. First Edition. Softcover. ISBN: 8024613468. Glue on spine vulnerable. ; 26 x 20.5 x 1cm; 135 pages. Fair .

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Buchzahl: LCB60746

Katalog: Art & Architecture

Sonstige Stichworte: 8024613468 Nouveau Czech Republic Eastern Europe

YERBURY, F. R.

Modern Dutch Buildings. With Photographs Specially Taken by the Author

London: Ernest Benn, 1931. First Edition. Original Yellow Cloth. With plates. Ex-libris label of Gavin Stamp at the bottom of the front pastedown. Gavin Stamp (1948-2017) was a British writer, television presenter and architectural historian. Bookseller's label on front pastedown (Aitken, Dott & Son, Edinburgh). Slight wear & slight soiling to spine, covers & corners. ; 28.4 x 22.5 x 2.5 cms; viii & 100 plates pages. Very Good with no dust jacket .

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Buchzahl: LCB85041

Katalog: Art, Architecture & Design

YLüNEN, MARJA AND VALLI-JAAKOLA, ERKKI

Vuojoen Kratano

Forssa: Eurajoen Kunta, 2004. First Edition; First Edition. Hardcover (Printed Boards). ISBN: 9519730966. 95 pages. Fully illustrated. Text in Finnish and English. Soiling to pages 96 & 97 (blank pages at back) . Head and foot of spine slightly worn. Bottom r/h corner of front cover slightly bumped. Slight wear to spine, cover and corners. ; Quarto. Good with no dust jacket .

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Buchzahl: 80413

Katalog: Art, Architecture & Design

Sonstige Stichworte: 9519730966 Social & Cultural History