Art Deco Painting and Design Centuries of Style

The interwar period was a glamorous, vibrant age. Art Deco was a new style that epitomized the era & pervaded every aspect of life. Characterized by clean lines, stylized flowers, & geometric patterns, it was functional & modern. Designers of the era celebrated the modern, yet were often inspired by the ancient -- Egyptian, Aztec, & Far Eastern influences were all evident among the great designs of Lalique, Ruhlmann, & Barbier. Aspects of machine design influenced the creation of everyday objects such as cutlery, & encouraged the use of new materials like Bakelite & chrome. This volume captures a wide range of Art Deco art & design, from the luminous glass of Lalique, to the bold forms inspired by the machine age. Over 100 color illustrations.Kingsley, Rebecca is the author of 'Art Deco Painting and Design Centuries of Style' with ISBN 9780756766856 and ISBN 0756766850.