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Garden Egg Chair (designed), 1971 (manufactured) designed by Peter Ghyczy

The Garden Egg Chair: A Design Icon of the 1960s

The Garden Egg Chair, designed by Peter Ghyczy in 1968, is an iconic symbol of mid-20th-century innovation with its unique materiality and functional design.Read More →

Erasmus Hornick (Netherlandish, Antwerp ca. 1520–1583 Prague) Design for a Ewer, 1565 Netherlandish, Etching; Sheet: 5 11/16 × 3 3/8 in. (14.5 × 8.5 cm) The Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, Anonymous Gift in memory of Walter E. Stait, 2013 (2013.978.3) http://www.metmuseum.org/Collections/search-the-collections/633462

The Hornwick Ewer: A Masterpiece of Medieval Metalwork

The Hornwick Ewer, designed by Erasmus Hornick in 1565, exemplifies advanced medieval metalwork, featuring intricate engravings and a warm aged-brass patina. A 19th-century silver-gilt replica further reflects its enduring influence.Read More →

Window Seat in a A Collection of Designs for Household Furniture and Interior Decoration, in the most approved and elegant taste written and designed by George Smith

A Collection of Design for Household Furniture by George Smith

George Smith’s influential work, “A Collection of Designs for Household Furniture and Interior Decoration,” captures Regency era’s stylistic preferences and innovations, offering valuable design insight.Read More →

Flyspecking: Reviving Artistic Textures in Modern Decorative Arts

Flyspecking blends antique charm with modern decorative practices, mimicking the accidental marks on old furniture to add character and history to pieces. It enhances various surfaces, offering vintage appeal and a textured glimpse into history.Read More →

Embracing Symmetry and Heritage: The Art of Addorsed in Design

The term ‘Addorsed’ represents a historical design arrangement symbolizing balance and unity. It is employed in architecture, heraldry, and modern design for visual appeal and narrative complexity.Read More →

Henry Birks & Sons Pin Bearing Winnipeg Coat of Arms Given to Charles A. Lindbergh

Crafting Elegance: The Legacy of Henry Birks & Sons in Canadian Design

Henry Birks & Sons, a Canadian luxury and craftsmanship icon, evolved from a modest shop to a nationwide empire, emphasizing innovation and philanthropy.Read More →

Entries in the 2012 Giant Lantern Festival in San Fernando, Pampanga

Luminous Heritage: The Parol and Its Resplendent Journey in Filipino Christmas Tradition

The Parol, a symbol of Filipino Christmas, represents hope and unity. Its evolution and global influence illuminate the Filipino spirit and cultural identity.Read More →

The Art and Science of Flags: Unfurling Vexillology

Vexillology, the study of flags, intertwines history, symbolism, and cultural identity, offering insights into sociopolitical landscapes and human civilization’s tapestry. (25 words)Read More →

A modern conference room in the UK featuring an arrangement of David Rowland's 40/4 side chairs, known for their sleek and stackable design.

The 40/4 Chair: A Masterpiece of Applied and Decorative Arts

The 40/4 chair, designed by David Rowland in 1964, revolutionized stackable seating with efficient, space-saving design and versatile adaptations, leaving a lasting design legacy.Read More →

Introduction to Bonkei: The Art of Miniature Landscapes

Bonkei, a Japanese art form, captures nature’s essence using dry materials. Rooted in history, it emphasizes balance, natural beauty, and reflects Zen philosophy. Appreciated globally.Read More →

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