Author: ed. Benton Charlotte ed. Benton Tim, ed. Wood Ghislaine
Place: London
Publisher: V & A Publications
Year: 2003
Pages: 464
ISBN: 1 85177 387 8
Subject: Bombay/ Mumbai
Sub-Subject: Bombay Deco
Keyword: Architectural Drawing, Art Deco
Classification: 720
Shelf: C3R5
Accession No: B381
Contents: Sponsor’s Foreword List of Contributors Acknowledgements Part 1: Introduction Part 2: Sources and Iconography Part 3: The Paris 1925 Exhibition Part 4: The Spread of Deco Part 5: The Deco World Notes Bibligraphy Object List Name Index Subject Index
Abstract: *Art Deco 1910–1939* is a richly illustrated collection of nearly 40 essays by leading experts, exploring the global impact of the Art Deco movement. Covering its rise from the early 20th century to the interwar period, the book examines Art Deco’s unique style and influence across art, architecture, design, fashion, and film. It offers international perspectives on the cultural, political, and technological factors that shaped the movement, highlighting its widespread reach from Paris to New York and beyond. This volume provides a concise, insightful overview of one of the most influential and glamorous design movements in modern history.