Design in an age of adversity: Post glass in Czechoslovakia

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Czechoslovak explores glass as a medium for art and its most distinctive characteristic of post war Czech glass is its tendency toward expressive abstraction which is demonstrated in the original design drawings of the period, created in watercolor, tempera, gouache, charcoal, ink and pencil. The original designs of Czechoslovak postwar glass reflect the government's desire to project a strong national identity, attract foreign currency and look good in competition with the West.

Europe, History, Exhibitions, Czechoslovakia, Glass craft

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Paul T. Frankl: Pioneer of modern American design

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A report on the life, work and experiences of Paul T. Frankl, a Viennese architect who lives in New York, and credited with bringing the 'modern applied art' of Europe to America is presented.

New York, Biography, Architects, Frankl, Paul T.

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European auction roundup: The past gets closer

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A report on 25 modern furniture auctions across Europe in 2006 shows that the market is strong for mid-century Scandinavian and Italian designs, but contemporary designs are more popular.

Forecasts, trends, outlooks, Marketing procedures, FURNITURE AND FIXTURES, Forecasts and trends, Market trend/market analysis, Furniture industry, Furniture design, Trade shows, Report

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