Product Description

This text examines the design achievements of Finland over the last seven decades, focusing on the central and decisive role played by Modernism. It distinguishes Finnish design from that of its Nordic and European neighbours and considers the principal ideas, individuals and influences.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #423102 in Books
• Published on: 2000-06-10
• Original language: English
• Binding: Paperback
• 412 pages

Review
"This volume is an especially useful reference work as well as a pleasure to browse through." Neil Bingham, World of Interiors "Both parts of the book are fascinating. The essays provoke, challenge and question preconceived international views of Finnish culture and history and examine Finland's close relationship with other Nordic countries. The latter part explores the background history of production and manufacturing...This comprehensive and well-designed book will excite anyone who is already an enthusiast of the movement and will also enthuse a great many newcomers." Susan Hewer, RSA Journal "There's more, much more, to this lively digest of Finnish design, which with its lucid catalogue will tell you all and then some about one of the world's outstanding achievements in modern design." Grace Glueck, New York Times "This is an important and insightful publication on a subject not previously treated in English." Choice

About the Author
Marianne Aav is curator of the Museum of Art and Design, Helsinki (formerly the Museum of Applied Arts). Nina Stritzler-Levine is director of exhibitions at the Bard Graduate Center for Studies in the Decorative Arts.

Customer Reviews

brilliant book... very discriptive
my favorite designer alvar aalto is featured in this very colorful and great book.. recommended!!