" Knoll Furniture 1938 - 1960 " Vintage 1999 First Edition Hardcover Mid Century Modernism Design Book

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This " Knoll Furniture 1938 - 1960 " rare vintage 1999 first edition hardcover Mid Century Modernism design book is … more This " Knoll Furniture 1938 - 1960 " rare vintage 1999 first edition hardcover Mid Century Modernism design book is a very special and unique book to add to your library collection.

The hardcover book with laminated cover boards, and dust jacket is published by Schiffer Publishing Ltd., Pennsylvania, printed in 1999, authored by Steven and Linda Rouland, book design by Anne Davidson, typeset in Futura / Humanist.

Knoll Furniture became a symbol of The Modern Design Movement in the 1940's and 1950's. This book catalogs the furniture produced by The Knoll Furniture Company of New York during its first two exciting decades. Over 270 illustrations present forms by such influential designers as Eero Saarinen, Henry Bertoia, Isamu Noguchi, George Nakashima, Jens Risom, Ralph Rapson and others.

An easy-to-use identification guide includes production dates and designer attributions. Original catalog photographs and many from The Knoll Museum archive, a company history, designer biographies, and price guide are included. This special volume is an essential reference for all who are interested in Modern furniture design.

The rare out of print 1st edition hardcover design book measures 8 3/4" W X 11 1/4" H X 3/4" D, with 160 pages. It features 273 illustrations in black & white and color.

It is in excellent " like new " vintage condition consistent with age, light signs of handling, and very light wear. Please see photos for condition reference. It is now being offered here for an excellent price. less