Bauhaus (Page 2)

The Bauhaus, a vanguard of modernity, radically redefined decorative and applied arts by championing a fusion of fine art with functional design. Originating in 1919 Germany, this movement became a crucible for industrial and graphic design, advocating for simplicity, geometric purity, and a unity between form and function. Its influence permeated furniture, textiles, and architecture, championing materials such as tubular steel, glass, and plywood, and encouraging designs that served the modern, post-war life. Bauhaus’s legacy lies in its profound impact on everyday objects, turning them into embodiments of aesthetic elegance and practicality, which forever altered the landscape of interior and industrial design. This comprehensive approach to creating art that serves life has left an indelible mark, making Bauhaus an enduring touchstone in the study of applied and decorative arts.

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The Bauhaus, founded in 1919 by Walter Gropius, redefined artistic education and design by uniting fine arts, crafts, and industry. Its legacy shapes modern design.Read More →

Display of early Art Deco furnishings by the Atelier français at the 1913 Salon d'Automne from Art et décoration magazine (1914)

Art Deco, a 1920s-1930s design movement, fuses modernity, elegance, and diverse cultural influences, departing from tradition to embrace luxury and functionality.Read More →

HERBERT BAYER: Recent Works Cover Art

Herbert Bayer, a Bauhaus master, left a mark in modern art and design. “HERBERT BAYER: Recent Works” offers insights into his enduring legacy and creative process.Read More →

The Way Beyond Art: The Work of Herbert Bayer

“The Way Beyond Art: The Work of Herbert Bayer” delves into the visionary Herbert Bayer’s impact on modern design, offering inspiration and insight. Available now.Read More →

Nazis vs Bauhaus

The Bauhaus and Nazi ideologies clashed in 20th-century Germany, shaping modern design. The closure of Bauhaus led to a dispersal of its ideas, impacting global design.Read More →

Gesamtkunstwerk - Complete Art Work

Gesamtkunstwerk is a 19th-century German concept that unifies various art forms into a single work. Richard Wagner popularized it through his opera cycle “The Ring of the Nibelung,”Read More →

Anni Albers

Anni Albers, a pioneering German textile designer, artist, and teacher, played a crucial role in shaping American fiber art philosophy with her rigorous weaving theories and influential publications.Read More →

Jaromar Krejcar functionalist designer and architect

Jaromir Krejcar (1895-1949), a Czech architect and furniture designer, was a prominent figure in Devétsil group and exhibited internationally. His work was influential and innovative.Read More →

Electronics A New Science Herber Bayer

Herbert Bayer, a versatile German-American artist, was influential in modernism. His diverse work spanned painting, photography, design, architecture, and sculpture, leaving a lasting legacy.Read More →

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Walther Klemm, a German artist known for monochromatic woodblock prints, had a profound impact on the art world, notably through his detailed observation of nature and animals.Read More →