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Decorative Art 50s, 60s and 70s is the
definitive representation of the furniture, textiles
and accessories for these decades. Published as
a three part series, it is a compilation of interior
design yearbooks. Decorative Art was published
from 1893 until 1980 under various titles including
Studio Magazine, Studio Vista and
Decorative Art In Modern Interiors.
Each book is divided into such categories as…
"Houses and Apartments", "Textiles
and Wallpapers", "Glass", "Lighting"
and "Ceramics". Each section is translated
into English, German and French.
The "Houses and Apartments" section
for each decade contains great photography of
residences from around the world. It, also, includes
floor plans as well as a description of challenges
faced by the architect during the design process.
The "Glass", "Lighting",
"Textiles and Wallpapers" and "Ceramics"
sections give not only the name of the designer
or manufacturer of each piece, but also the dimensions.
Decorative Art provides an incredible
historical record of each era. This series is
invaluable for those studying the history of interior
design or for set designers utilizing these decades.
It is also great for anyone feeling a touch nostalgic
for days gone by.
Reviewed by FIDM
R&RC staff member Monika Earle.
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