Interior Design of the 20th Century (World of Art) [Paperback]

Anne Massey (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: October 2001 | ISBN-10: 0500203466 | ISBN-13: 978-0500203460 | Edition: Revised

A revised, updated survey of 20th-century interior design from the Arts and Crafts Movement to the present day, including discussions on Art Nouveau, Bauhaus, the Modern Movement, Art Deco, Hi-Tech and Green. All types of interiors are explored and placed within their social, political, economic and cultural contexts. This volume also considers the boom in DIY and the effect of new technology both on the home and the workplace.

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An excellent series of illustrations...accompanies the author's incisive narrative of styles and tastes. -- Booklist

Massey identifies the styles not only through illustrations but also by listing the elements that make each unique. -- Home

About the Author

Anne Massey is Associate Professor of Design History at Southampton Institute of Higher Education. She has lectured and written extensively on the history of design and culture.

Product Details

• Paperback: 224 pages
• Publisher: Thames & Hudson; Revised edition (October 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0500203466
• ISBN-13: 978-0500203460
• Product Dimensions: 8.2 x 5.9 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 11.2 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #99,932 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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