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A motif book with 400 Art Deco motifs. It covers Art Deco stylized animals, from eagles to dogs, Art Deco stylized flowers, with roses and daisies and ferns, and Art Deco patterns that range from the simple to the elaborate.

While the main focus for this intriguing book is centred on graphic art and illustration, numerous examples of other forms of Art Deco are also featured. Nestled amongst the posters and paintings, sculpture, objects d'art and jewellery assert their similarity, whether through line, form or theme. These echoes serve to show the creativity fertility of the period as styles and ideas traversed artistic media.

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Art Deco Fashion contains more than a 1,000 beautiful fashion plates, including designs from famous Art Deco designers such as Paul Poiret, Charles Worth and Jean Patou. The book comes with a free CD containing wonderful Art Deco patterns that have been meticulously restored from period originals.

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A complete overview of one of the most visually stunning and popular eras of the 20th century--Art Deco--in one exquisitely designed compendium. The glamour, vibrancy, and high style of the Art Deco age comes to life in this handsome companion to the "Art Deco 1910-1939" exhibition, on display at the Victoria and Albert Museum in London, and soon to travel through North America. From the birth of the skyscraper to streamlining and futuristic design, Essential Art Deco traces the origins of the style from many places, including Egyp... read more

This book provides a beautiful and comprehensive picture of every artistic discipline to which Tiffany applied himself, a true testament to his extraordinary talent.