Auto Plastic: Wendell Castle 1968-1973 by Donald Albrecht (Book)

Exhibition Catalogue with Barry Friedman. Wendell Castle was at the forefront and cutting edge of American furniture design for half a century, known for his sophisticated use of mat...

'Furniture by Architects' reveals how the same fundamental principles used in building design can be applied on a much smaller scale, resulting in pieces of furniture that embrace function, beauty and context to become objects of art. For centuries, architects have turned their hand to custom furniture in a practice that has resulted in a number of iconic designs, including the timeless Eames Lounge and Ottoman and the ubiquitous Barcelona chair created by Mies van der Rohe for his acclaimed Barcelona Pavilion. 'Furniture by Architects' beautifully illustrates bespoke design by some of the world s leading architects, who are increasingly designing furniture as clients seek interiors customised to specific needs. Foster + Partners' 520 Armchair for Walter Knoll has the texture and comfort found in a traditional leather armchair, while the Liquid Glacial Dining & Coffee Table by Zaha Hadid Design...

Art at Auction 1971 - 1972, The Year at Sotheby's Parke-Bernet. Viking Press, NY. 1st Ed hardcover with dust jacket. Numerous color photos of important lots from all of Sotheby's departments and locations. Trent Antiques has been a respected name in antiques for over 30 years with a large collection of period furniture...

Handsomely produced catalog for the mid-century furniture lines offered by the Dutch company Ahrend, showcasing the industrially-oriented modernist designs of Friso Kramer and Wim Ri...