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Gregory Ain: The Modern Home as Social Commentary

$375
£286.34
€326.01
CA$526.56
A$575.63
CHF 304.54
MX$6,888.37
NOK 3,874.78
SEK 3,546.96
DKK 2,435.11

About the Item

Critical reappraisal of Gregory Ain, one of the most prominent architects of the 1930’s-1950’s in Los Angeles. Published in 2008 by Rizzoli. Text by Anthony Denzer with an introduction by Thomas S. Hines. From the book jacket: “This book, the product of six years of research, brings new light to Ain's works and ideas, showing that many of his critical contributions remain as relevant and potent as ever. The book also reveals that Ain's architectural priorities were tied to left-wing politics: many of his clients were Communist Party members, and Ain attended meetings himself. In short, there is an extensive unreported history of a Communist subculture in architecture in Los Angeles, which was organized around Ain. The 'Red Scare' of the 1950s effectively ended this underground movement, and Ain pursued a second career in academia.” 4to (11.25” x 9”), hardcover with photographic dust jacket, 256 pages, fully illustrated in color and b/w. S
  • Similar to:
    Richard Neutra (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 11.25 in (28.58 cm)Width: 9 in (22.86 cm)Depth: 1.25 in (3.18 cm)
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
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  • Date of Manufacture:
    2008
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Slight lean to spine. Minor bumping and rubbing to extremities and dj. Small closed tear and open tear to rear cover.
  • Seller Location:
    New York, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU828546104862

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