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 | American Art Deco: An Illustrated Survey
Author: R. L. Leonard and C. A. Glassgold
Publisher: Dover
Year: 2004
ISBN 0486433749
| List Price: $19.95
Amazon Price: $19.95
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Category: History / Styles /
ArchitectureWeek Description
Inspired, in part, by the industrial age and Native American art, and championed by progressive architects, American Art Deco was one of the most popular decorative styles of the 20th century. An introduction by architectural critic Lewis Mumford is followed by comments from such notables as Frank Lloyd Wright on design principles; theatrical and industrial designer Norman Bel Geddes on outfitting business interiors; and Edward Steichen on commercial photography.This book will appeal to architects, graphic artists, photographers, and anyone who appreciates Art Deco style. Over 200 black-and-white illustrations. Amazon Customer Average Rating: 
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