Decorative Arts & Design Bookshop 📚 (Page 21)

Explore a curated selection of books about the decorative arts featuring museum-quality publications from some of the world’s most prestigious design institutions, including MoMA and the V&A. Available through our partner stores, these books offer rich insights into historical and contemporary decorative arts, covering furniture, textiles, ceramics, glass, metalwork, and more.

This collection celebrates the artistry and craftsmanship behind the ornamental design, material culture, and applied arts, from exhibition catalogues and scholarly analyses to inspirational coffee table books. Whether you’re a collector, historian, designer, or enthusiast, these books provide a comprehensive and visually stunning look at the evolution of decorative arts across cultures and periods.

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The exaggerated style was an essential look. The gleaming chrome fins conveyed speed. A car that was higher in the front than the back did the same. The quality of the car’s face — two headlamps for the eyes, a grill for the nose, and a fender for the mouth – was frequently highlighted. This gave the vehicle the appearance of a devoted companion with a distinct personality.Read More →