This volume presents amateur, anonymous snapshots of dogs from the turn of the century to the early 1950s in all kinds of ordinary and extraordinary settings. We see dogs under the Christmas table, on front porches, at play on the beach, and posed beside babies, we see a Chihuahua in a tea cup, and a Great Dane standing as tall as its owner.
333 design classics from the mid-1960s to the twenty-first century.
Five hundred great works of art from all periods and regions in the world have been carefully selected and are arranged in chronological order, breaking through the usual geographical and cultural boundaries of art history to celebrate the vast range of human artistry.
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A chronological portfolio of the 333 best designs that became available to homes across the globe thanks to the advent of mass production. This collection demonstrates how by the middle of the 20th century production had increased worldwide and manufacturers became conscious of the concept of good design for all. From Lego bricks and the Frisbee to door handles and sewing machines, chairs, tables, scooters and airplanes these classics have a timeless quality and have barely changed since their invention. Each object is accompanied by a detailed text with precise information about each product, each designer, each manufacturer and their history. It includes designs by Charles and Ray Eames, Jean Prouvé, Arne Jacobsen, Alvar Aalto and Achille Castiglioni among many others.
The photographers associated with Magnum have worked with movie-makers since its creation nearly 50 years ago. Robert Capa, one of the founders of Magnum, had many friends in the film business - including Ingrid Bergman, Hunphrey Bogart, Billy Wilder and John Huston - which gave him, and through him the other Magnum photographers, access to the charmed world of Hollywood. This connection with the film world has continued to the present day and widened to include movie-makers all over the world. The resulting on and off set photographs gathered together in this book include intimate portraits of such screen legends as Marilyn Monroe, Clint Eastwood, Ingrid Bergman, James Dean, Clark Gable and many others, as well as outstanding directors, including Alfred Hitchcock, Carol Reed, Francois Truffaut and Andrei Tarkovsky. The roll call of over 50 leading photographers includes Eve Arnold, Robert Capa, Henri Cartier-Bresson, Raymond Depardon, Philippe Halsman, Elliott Erwitt, David Seymour and Dennis Stock.
Commemorating the fortieth anniversary of the Kennedy assassination, this pictorial tribute brings together a collection of photographs to chronicle the life and times of America's youngest elected president.
"An A-Z guide to the greatest painters, photographers, and sculptors from medieval times to the present day ... throwing together brilliant examples from all periods, schools, visions, and techniques"--Page following title page verso
Since it was first developed by Daguerre in the 1840s, photography has followed an interesting and varied course in its progress from a practical means of documentation to an art form with its own icons, heroes, galleries and collectors. This eye-catching and engrossing book contains every sort of photography, all of it arranged in an easily accessible and fun format. Pictures of famous events such as the Royal Wedding and the first landing on the moon are here, next to familiar shots by the masters of photography such as Bill Brandt, Henri Cartier-Bresson, Cecil Beaton and Robert Doisneau. There is fashion, sport, natural history, reportage and society portraiture, as well as social documentary and art. The 500 photographers features range from William Henry Fox Talbot and Julia Margaret Cameron to Larry Clarke and Herb Rittz, from Robert Capa and Josef Kondelka to Nan Goldin and Pierre et Gilles. Arranged alphabetically, each full-page photograph is accompanied by an illuminating text which gives useful insight into the work and its creator, as well as extensive cross-references to others working in the same field or the same style. galleries are included in the back of the book to provide a fully comprehensive and self-contained volume.
Spoon presents the work of 100 product designers, selected by 10 critics, educators, designers and entrepreneurs who are all involved in innovative developments in contemporary design.
An A-Z guide to 500 landmark individuals working in film.
Following in the tradition of Phaidon's The Art Book, this is an illustrated dictionary which presents in alphabetical order the work of 500 great artists from the 20th century. Each artist is represented by a full-page colour plate of a key work and a short text about the work of the artist. From figures such as Monet, Cezanne, Picasso and Dali at the beginning of the century to Pollock, Beuys and Hockney in the middle years, to innovative contemporary artists including Hirst and Koons, this dictionary provides a comprehensive listing from A-Z.
Presents brief descriptions of the contributions to fashion of five hundred designers, photographers, models, and celebrities
An exhilarating collection of today’s most remarkable homes built in awe-inspiring coastal locations around the world White-sand beaches, jaw-droppingly sheer cliff faces, and secret coves are just some of the stunning sites of the architect-designed contemporary houses featured in this celebration of incredible residences that exist in harmony with the extraordinary power of the ocean. With such unique residences as light-houses, homes built into rocky clifftops, and even rooms that are totally underwater, this inspirational collection includes spectacular homes across the globe including prime examples in countries across 6 continents, from Australia, Canada, Chile, Fiji, Japan, Mexico, New Zealand, Sweden, Tanzania, Thailand, to the UK and USA. In glorious color with dazzling images throughout, this book brings together the finest examples of residential coastal architecture from 47 of the world’s most revered architects, such as Elemental, Ryue Nishizawa, Pezo von Ellrichshausen, and Fearon Hay as well as a host of lesser-known creative studios. Each home featured is showcased by glorious exterior and interior photography, and each shares a profound connection to the raw and thrilling beauty of the sea and the shore line around it.
Celebrate your love of all things The Office with 200 custom-crafted stickers inspired by your favorite Scranton, PA, workplace. Can’t get enough Michael Scott? Well, That’s What She Said. Now you can show off your die-hard obsession with everything Dunder Mifflin with original artwork inspired by The Office that you can stick all over your memos, sales reports and swivel chairs. From hardcore street slang like “Fluffy Fingers” and “Dinkin Flicka” to Schrute-inspired mantras like “Bears, Beets, Battlestar Galactica” and “Perfectanshlage” and unforgettable images like Michael’s World’s Best Boss mug and a coveted “Dundies” trophy, this collection of colorful stickers highlights the very best and funniest moments from The Office. With multiple sizes of each illustration, you’ll never run out of fun stickers to brighten up your belongings or share with your friends and coworkers. That’s What She Said is a must-have collector’s item or gift for any fan of one of the greatest comedy TV shows ever.
This book offers an extensive exploration of groundbreaking contemporary architects, highlighting their unique designs and innovative approaches to architecture. It showcases a diverse range of styles and philosophies, providing insights into how these architects are reshaping the built environment. The survey not only emphasizes individual achievements but also examines the broader impact of their work on modern architecture and urban landscapes.
