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Manxman piano by M. H. Baillie Scott in ebonised mahogany, with carved wood, marquetry, pewter and mother-of-pearl.

Mackay Hugh Baillie Scott, a prominent figure in the Arts and Crafts Movement, revolutionized architectural design with his holistic, nature-inspired approach and enduring legacy.Read More →

Schellens factory on the Vestdijk

Schellens & Marto, a pioneering Dutch fabric manufacturer, blended traditional craftsmanship with modern innovation, leaving a lasting impact on fabric design and production.Read More →

Sofa set "Malù", 1960 designed by Diego Mattu

Diego Mattu, an influential Italian designer, created the iconic “Malù” modular sofa set in the 1960s, showcasing his versatile talent and innovative contributions.Read More →

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Franco Mirenzi, born in 1942, is an Italian industrial designer known for his furniture, lighting, and hi-fi equipment. His recent work includes the Sealed wall partitioning module.Read More →

Biscuit Tin designed by Emanuel Josef Margold

Emanuel Josef Margold (1889 – 1962), an Austrian architect and designer, was known for his work in furniture, glass, porcelain, and packaging design. He achieved prestigious recognition in 1910.Read More →

Red and Blue Armchair by Gerrit Rietveld

The Red Blue Chair, designed by Gerrit Rietveld, embodies the Modern Movement and De Stijl principles, with a focus on simplicity and mass production.Read More →

Museum of Modern Art MOMA

The Museum of Modern Art (MOMA) in New York houses one of the world’s most important collections of modern art, with six curatorial departments: Architecture and Design, Drawings, Film and Media, Painting and Sculpture, Photography, and Prints and Illustrated Books. Read More →

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William Gray Purcell was an American architect and furniture designer. He was active in Minneapolis and Philadelphia.Read More →

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Pierre Jeanneret, Swiss architect and painter, worked with Le Corbusier. Notable for his Chandigarh project, he mentored young Indian architects. (25 words)Read More →

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Louis Majorelle (1859 – 1926) was a French Designer and cabinetmaker known for his unconventional Art Nouveau furniture and lighting design. He later transitioned to Art Déco.Read More →