Art Deco Complete: Definitive Guide to Arts of the 1920s and1930s

Art Deco Complete: Definitive Guide to Arts of the 1920s and1930s by DUNCAN ALASTAIR. Hardcover edition. ISBN: 9780500238554.

In an exhaustive exploration of Art Deco decorative arts, Alastair Duncan highlights the styles rich forms and diverse global roots, beloved by collectors and designers alike. Originating in France with a luxurious aesthetic, it later evolved to incorporate metal and plastic, now known as Deco. Despite Paris being its heart, Art Deco was globally inspired, with artists and designers from Europe and the Americas drawing from various traditions. The guide starts with essays on key media like furniture, sculpture, and jewelry, followed by detailed biographies of prominent artists. The second half offers an authoritative, illustrated AZ listing of significant Art Deco designers.