Contains the most comprehensive range of art deco figures ever published, reprinted eight times so far since its first publication in 1978
Compiled by the leading specialist in these figures
A popular collecting subject which is reflected in the enduring success of this important work of reference
Publication coincides with a major Art Deco exhibition at the V&A - March- July 2003
“…of key importance… illustrating what is probably the largest selection of examples from the period”Antique Trade Gazette
This important book, now available in a revised edition, contains the most complete range of art deco figures ever published. It is based partly on the original importers’ catalogues and partly on the wide range of pieces handled by the author Bryan Catley – the leading specialist in the subject. Between the wars an entirely ‘modern’ style of decorative sculpture emerged which was a complete break with the heavy romantic late nineteenth century schools, and was totally in sympathy with the vibrant young society of the 1920s.
The use of bronze and ivory for a great number of these sensual figures in no way obscures the fact that many are of exceptionally high quality; add to this their sense of movement and rhythm and one realises that the large sums they now command is a reflection of a discriminative international collectors’ market. This new revised edition provides a comprehensive listing of the great variety and range of figures, of which there are still more to be found.
Format:
279 x 216 mm, 400 pp., 97 c., 1000 b&w illus., hardback
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