This guide covers a wide array of collectible items from the 20th century, spanning from 1900 to 1999. It delves into various makes and models of collectibles, offering insights into their design and historical context. The content is presented decade-by-decade, exploring diverse categories such as ceramic bathing beauties from the 1920s, vintage clothing from the 1940s, classic cars from the 1950s, and the distinctive Memphis design of the 1980s. The guide also touches upon significant design movements including Art Nouveau, Art Deco, industrial design, retro design, and modern design, making it a comprehensive resource for understanding the material culture of the past century.
The purpose of this manual is to serve as an authoritative reference for serious collectors and enthusiasts interested in 20th-century design and artifacts. It provides detailed information and is lavishly illustrated to aid in identification and appreciation. The guide is structured to offer a thorough exploration of collectibles, making it an invaluable tool for anyone looking to understand, acquire, or preserve items from this dynamic period. This English-language publication, authored by Adrian Franklin and published by University of New South Wales Press, aims to deepen the reader's knowledge and passion for 20th-century collecting.
Taking a decade-by-decade approach, this lavishly illustrated guide to 20th-century collectibles delivers useful information in a lively and entertaining style. Each chapter provides detailed insight into a particular decade and includes two central areas of collecting from that era, whether it is ceramic bathing beauties from the 1920s, vintage clothes from the 1940s, cars from the 1950s, or Memphis design from the 1980s. Covering popular periods such as art nouveau, industrial, art deco, retro, and modern, this is an ideal companion for both serious collectors and those who want a glimpse into the world of 20th-century design.
Author: Franklin, Adrian
Publisher: University of New South Wales Press
Illustration: n
Language: ENG
Title: Collecting the 20th Century
Pages: 00000 (Encrypted PDF)
On Sale: 2010-02-01
SKU-13/ISBN: 9781742230016
Category: Antiques & Collectibles : General
Taking a decade-by-decade approach, this lavishly illustrated guide to 20th-century collectibles delivers useful information in a lively and entertaining style. Each chapter provides detailed insight into a particular decade and includes two central areas of collecting from that era, whether it is ceramic bathing beauties from the 1920s, vintage clothes from the 1940s, cars from the 1950s, or Memphis design from the 1980s. Covering popular periods such as art nouveau, industrial, art deco, retro, and modern, this is an ideal companion for both serious collectors and those who want a glimpse into the world of 20th-century design.
Author: Franklin, Adrian
Publisher: University of New South Wales Press
Illustration: n
Language: ENG
Title: Collecting the 20th Century
Pages: 00000 (Encrypted PDF)
On Sale: 2010-02-01
SKU-13/ISBN: 9781742230016
Category: Antiques & Collectibles : General
