Alastair Duncan Libri

Il saggio di Duncan offre un'ampia panoramica dell'Art Deco, l'ultimo vero stile decorativo sontuoso del XX secolo. Funziona come una storia dell'Art Deco, un'enciclopedia dei suoi artisti e artigiani, e un manuale per appassionati, studenti o collezionisti. Con 170 illustrazioni, di cui 50 a colori, il libro esplora le caratteristiche distintive di questo movimento, analizzando le sue origini, evoluzioni e influenze nel contesto culturale e artistico del tempo. L'Art Deco, con la sua fusione di eleganza e modernità, continua a ispirare e affascinare, rendendo questo volume una risorsa preziosa per chi desidera approfondire la comprensione di questo stile iconico.

This lovely volume features an informative text complemented by beautiful illustrations of Tiffany's stunning accomplishments, including the famous lamps, stained-glass windows, mosaics, jewelry, paintings, enamels, bronzes, and much more.

The catalogues of the Paris Salons from the turn of the century provide a unique archive of illustrations of the decorative arts at a pivotal time in their development. These volumes contain over 5,500 illustrations of items of jewellery by leading designers such as Boucheron, Chaumet and Lalique. The pictures have been sourced and re-photographed from the original and often rare catalogues. They have been rearranged alphabetically by artist-designer thus providing an indispensable and practical reference for this seminal twenty year period. They are a unique source for identification and authentication and an invaluable key both to design ideas and the jewellery of the period.

This new book by Alastair Duncan is the first major study and history of the output of the Orrefors factory and will be of great interest to all collectors and connoisseurs of glass. Very little has been published on the subject and this standard work of reference will be welcomed by glass collectors as well as lovers of twentieth century craftsmanship, and by all those who appreciate Scandinavian quality and design. In 1914-15, the first art glass creations, heavily inspired by art nouveau glassware from France and Belgium, were produced at the Orrefors Factory in Sweden. Soon realising the need for an identity, the company experimented with techniques and forms of decoration and by the 1920s, with the outstandingly talented designers Simon Gate and Edward Hald and the excellence of the engravers, the firm was producing individual pieces of the highest quality At the Exposition lnternationale in Paris in 1925, Orrefors glass received international acclaim, and was awarded the coveted Grand Prix.

Exploring the transformative Art Deco movement, this comprehensive account delves into its impact during the interwar period, highlighting its influence on architecture and design from the Golden Gate Bridge to everyday objects. Alastair Duncan celebrates the diverse styles and international roots of Art Deco, showcasing its enduring appeal to collectors and designers alike. With rich illustrations and expert insights, this book serves as a definitive resource on the decorative arts of the era, capturing the essence of modernity in the 20th century.

Here is the history of lighting from the turn-of-the-Century to the 1930s and an invaluable guide to the craftsmen and artists of this functional art movement. Illustrated with color and black and white photographs. Includes a glossary of lighting terminology, manufacturing techniques. a list of designers with their biographies and a general bibliography..

Over 300 of the most sought-after examples of poster art created between the wars are included in this definitive volume. This cavalcade of international poster design features rare and even unique examples by masters of the art form, including Nizzoli, Cassandre and Beall. Each poster – carefully re- photographed – is accompanied by an extended caption that discusses the aesthetic, social, economic, or political context of the image. Posters are by their very nature ephemeral: on a billboard or tacked to a news stand, they last only a few weeks but are now highly prized by collectors. Introduced by Art Deco specialist Alastair Duncan, The Art Deco Poster is an essential book for all interested in graphic design, Art Deco, and life and culture in the Jazz Age.

"Lavishly illustrated … an invaluable book."― Antique Collector The Art Deco movement, which swept through Europe and the United States in the early twentieth century, signaled the beginning of the modern age of design. This dazzling and distinctive style, with its emphasis on up-to-date individuality combined with good taste, fine materials, and exquisite workmanship, soon created new standards in furniture design, architecture, and the decorative arts. In furniture especially, the French predominated, from the virtuoso cabinet-making of Ruhlman to the brilliant originality of Gray and Legrain.In Art Deco Furniture , Alastair Duncan introduces us to the work of eighty-five French architects, interior designers, and furniture makers. These pioneering designers replaced the heavy, stylized work of the past with furniture that was simpler in concept, geometric in form, and highlighted by dramatic lines and elegant curves. The color and monochrome photographs―almost all of them specially commissioned for this book―form a valuable portfolio of Art Deco furniture. This detailed study serves as both an essential reference book for collectors and a marvelous chronicle of one of the most exciting design movements in the history of the decorative arts. 312 illustrations, 68 in color

The book offers a comprehensive visual history of the Art Deco movement, detailing its evolution and influence through various stages. Authored by art consultant Alastair Duncan, it meticulously chronicles the distinctive characteristics and cultural significance of this iconic style, making it an essential resource for enthusiasts and scholars alike.

The story of art nouveau, from its inception in the 1890s to the modern resurgence of interest. It introduces the main personalities, such as Galle, Lalique and Tiffany, and relates their aims and accomplishments to the background from which the movement emerged.

Shows and describes Tiffany lamps, chandeliers, vases, and table accessories, as well as French furniture, French glass, and art objects from the collection

A groundbreaking encyclopedic study of Art Deco sculpture from the 1920s and 1930s by the author of Art Deco Complete This book showcases and puts into historical context a host of sculpted works created in the 1920s and 1930s in the decorative vernacular defined loosely today as “Art Deco.” The works shown demonstrate a broad range of styles and influences: from the chevrons, sunbursts, maidens, fountains, floral abstractions, and ubiquitous biche (doe) of the Parisian geometric style to the crisp, angular patterns of the zig-zag, jazz-age, streamlined aesthetic to which architects were drawn towards 1930. The author organizes his subject into three main categories: the first features work by avant-garde sculptors (Csaky, Janniot, Pompon, and others); the second shows commercial sculpture, comprising mainly large-edition statuary, commissioned by éditeurs d’art and foundries from sculptors as decorative works for the burgeoning 1920s domestic market; while a final, third category covers architectural and monumental sculpture from around the world. With artists’ biographies, details of manufacturers, a full glossary, and a thematic index, this volume is the essential and authoritative guide for all those interested in the Art Deco style.

Art Deco style, in all its manifestations, is represented with over 350 illustrations. The text explores jewelry, lighting design, furniture, architecture, and more, for a fuller appreciation and understanding of this important period.