An illustrated survey of comtemporary jewellery and its developments since 1960. It has three major elements. Firstly, it has a display of the jewellery itself, photographed in colour. Secondly, it provides a critical history, tracing the first challenges to traditional forms of jewellery as early as the 1930s but focusing on the inspired use of new tools, new materials and new ideas since 1960. Finally, it has a reference section correcting previous information on the subject, including biographies of over a hundred makers.
Peter Dormer Books
Peter Dormer's writings embraced art, architecture, design, technology, and education. His critical and curatorial work played a significant role in integrating crafts into the fluid currents of postmodern visual culture. Dormer was particularly interested in the nature of skill—how it is learned, applied, and judged—a theme explored in one of his most important books. His work consistently examined the interconnectedness of art, design, and architecture and their broader societal functions.
The New Ceramics
- 208 pages
- 8 hours of reading
The most popular of all the decorative arts, pottery has established itself as a modern art, form universal in its appeal and language. This presentation of ceramics worldwide has been updated to reflect the latest developments in a fast-evolving field, revealing a blend of tradition with new ideas, and spectacular use of ornament and colour.
The New Trends and Traditions by Peter Dormer and Ralph Turner
The Encyclopedia of Arts and Crafts
- 192 pages
- 7 hours of reading
From jacket: The Arts and Crafts Movement in Britain in the 19th century had a major impact on art and design philosophies in the USA and Europe. It also deeply influenced subsequent trends in design, craft and art. This comprehensive survey places the multi-faceted Movement within its historical, cultural and artistic context, with full coverage of major figures, their aims and ambitions and the work they created. Authoritative, informative text combined wit hundreds of vivid illustrations bring the entire subject to life, enabling readers to appreciate and assess the Movement's impressive achievement. Interiors, architecture, furniture, textiles and wallpaper, glass, ceramics, graphic arts, metalwork and jewelry are all covered.
Die neuen Möbel
- 208 pages
- 8 hours of reading