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Broken Glass

Mies Van Der Rohe, Edith Farnsworth, and the Fight Over a Modernist Masterpiece

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Alex Beam

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368 pages
13 hours of reading

Architecture and Urbanism
Art & Culture
Biographies and Thoughts
History
Non-Fiction

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Exploring the complex dynamics of love, ambition, and artistic vision, this narrative delves into the profound relationship that inspired the creation of the Farnsworth House, a hallmark of modern architecture. As the partnership flourished, it ultimately unraveled into a fierce conflict encompassing themes of financial disputes, gender roles, and artistic integrity, revealing the intricate interplay between personal connections and creative endeavors.