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Fanny Blake - Essential Charles Rennie Mackintosh (2nd Hand Hardback)
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Synopsis
Charles Rennie Mackintosh was one of Scotland's most creative figures, internationally renowned at the turn of the century as a pioneering architect & designer. Glasgow School of Art was his masterpiece, but Mackintosh also designed furniture, interiors & private houses.
Charles Rennie Mackintosh's short career produced a number of architectural landmarks as well as over 400 pieces of furniture in a 10-year period. During his his creative genius was not fully recognized, and it was only after his death that people came to realize how innovative and important his work really was.
Written with a comprehensive introduction, Essential Charles Rennie Mackintosh looks at all aspects of his style, with a detailed commentary on 120 of his works. Some of these are considered his most important pieces; others may be less well known, but they are all essential to his artistic and philosophical development.
Details
- Format : Large, Heavy 2nd Hand Hardback with Dust Jacket
- Condition : Very Good
- Category : Non-Fiction - Architecture, Design & Engineering
- Published : 2001 (Parragon)
- ISBN : 9780752553511
- SKU : B004060
- PPC : SP1400gm
- RRP : £15.00
- Quantity Available : 1 only.
External Reviews
"This 2001 publication shows a pretty good and comprehensive cross section of the work of C.R. Mackintosh, including paintings from the last period of his life. It also includes photo's and renderings of the built 'House for an Art Lover' in Scotland (originally an entry for a competition) and their reconstructed, relocated own home. The controlled proportion of text to images, and the (sometimes more than) full page photo's and renderings, make it the ideal means to transport you to the world C.R. Mackintosh (and his wife, Margaret McDonald) created. And that, in the end, is what the work begs you to do; to look, be intrigued and experience a sense of wonder at what they were able to accomplish, with often minimal means, both in terms of design and budget (for the time). But the magic is really in the rooms and their details, the treatment of facades, and the sense of space achieved. This one you just want to have at your (coffee) table, within reach, for moments when you want to be inspired. I can't believe I picked this up for a ridiculous price !" - Amazon Review.
AI Summary
Explore the visionary world of Charles Rennie Mackintosh through this essential collection curated by Fanny Blake. Discover the Scottish architect and designer's revolutionary approach to art, design, and architecture that shaped the modern movement. From his iconic furniture pieces to his groundbreaking building designs, this comprehensive guide illuminates Mackintosh's distinctive style, innovative techniques, and lasting influence on contemporary design. Perfect for design enthusiasts, students, and anyone captivated by early 20th-century artistic innovation and the intersection of form and function.
The Author
Fanny Blake was a publisher for many years, editing both fiction and non-fiction before becoming a freelance journalist and writer. She has written various non-fiction titles, acted as ghost writer for a number of celebrities, and is a former books editor of Woman & Home magazine. She has been a judge of a number of literary prizes, including the Costa First Novel award, the Desmond Elliott Award, the RNA Romantic Novel of the Year award and the British Book Awards. She is also the commissioning editor for Quick Reads and a book reviewer. She has written seven novels, including Our Summer Together and An Italian Summer.
