Brian Asquith – British Silversmithing Pioneer and Designer
2022-12-29
Brian Asquith (1930 – 2008) was one of the principal figures in British silversmithing during the 20th century, now regarded as the industry’s heroic age. Read More →
Zandra Rhodes (b.1940), British fashion and textile designer
2022-09-27
Zandra Rhodes studied lithography and printing at Medway College before going on to the Royal College of Art to study textiles, graduating in 1964 during the height of the pop movement. She made a paper wedding dress that cost less than two shillings, motivated by this trend and the work of painter Roy Lichtenstein in particular (about 7 new pence). In 1967, paper clothing was all the rage: it was the ultimate representation of disposable apparel.Read More →
David Mellor (1930 – 2009) British metalworker and manufacturer
2022-09-21
David Mellor, a renowned British artist and designer, made significant contributions to metalwork and industrial design, including the iconic traffic light system in the UK. Read More →
Marianne Straub Swiss Weaver and Designer
2022-07-15
Marianne Straub, Swiss designer and weaver, trained in Switzerland and Britain, made significant advances in fabric design and production. She influenced textile design education and industry.Read More →
Roger Fry: British Painter, Art Critic, and Omega Workshops Leader
2022-07-02
Roger Fry, a multi-talented British artist, critic, and designer, contributed significantly to the art world, from curating exhibitions to revolutionizing textile design.Read More →
Sam Herman (1936 – 2020) American Glass Designer & Teacher
2022-06-20
Sam Herman (1936 – 2020), an influential American glass designer and teacher, co-founded The Glasshouse Gallery in London and established the Jam Factory glass workshop in Australia.Read More →
Sardine Collector’s Cabinet by Michael Marriot
2022-02-06
This humorous, simple, and elegant approach proposed a different design agenda, harkening back to Victor Papanek and the Whole Earth Catalogue in the 1960s.Read More →
Gordon Russell (1892 – 1980) British Furniture Maker and Designer
2022-01-12
Gordon Russell (1892 – 1980), British furniture designer, integrated Arts and Crafts tradition with mechanised production, co-founded The Good Furniture Group, and influenced post-WWII reconstruction.Read More →
Barbara Hepworth (1903 – 1975) British Sculptor & Designer
2021-12-07
Barbara Hepworth, a British sculptor and designer, was known for her work with sculptures and textiles. She achieved recognition for her work worldwide.Read More →
Kaj Franck: Finnish Designer and Glassware Innovator
2021-11-26
Kaj Franck was a Finnish textile and glassware designer and ceramicist. He was born in Viipuri, Finland. Often referred to as the “conscience of Finnish design,”Read More →