Bauhaus /

Friedewald, Boris.,

Bauhaus / [Book] / Boris Friedewald ; translated : Christine Shuttleworth ; editor: Chris Murray. - Updated new edition / editors for the updated new edition: Franziska Neuner and Adeline Henzschel. / editors for the updated new edition: Franziska Neuner and Adeline Henzschel. - 128 pages : illustrations (black and white, and color) ; 24 cm.

Previous edition: 2009. Text and illustrations on inside covers. Formerly CIP.

Now available in an updated edition, this book examines the tumultuous history of Bauhaus art and design. This lively introduction to the Bauhaus tells the story of a radical concept of artistic expression that would transcend the boundaries among the arts. Written in an engaging style, the book sheds light on the unconventional lives of the people involved with the Bauhaus, examines the experimental teachings of the movement, and profiles its major figures. It gives an overview of the developments and ideas of the Bauhaus and offers new perspectives on the art and personalities of this important era. Including approximately 100 illustrations, this book presents the historical context that fostered the movement and introduces readers to the major Bauhaus artworks and artists.

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9783791382104 (paperback) £9.99

GBB627716 bnb

017750126 Uk


Art schools--History--Germany--20th century.
Art, German--20th century.
Architecture--History--Germany--20th century.
Design--History--Germany--20th century.

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