Surreal things : Surrealism and design / edited by Ghislaine Wood.

Contributor(s):

Wood, Ghislaine

Material type: Text

TextPublication details: London : V&A Publications ; New York : Harry N. Abrams, 2007.Description: 362 p. : ill. en coul. ; 30 cmISBN:

9781851775019 (pbk.)

Subject(s):

DDC classification:

745.4 WOO

Holdings
Item type	Current library	Call number	Copy number	Status	Date due	Barcode
Standard Loan	LSAD Library Main Collection	745.4 WOO (Browse shelf(Opens below))	1	Available		39002000151689

Enhanced descriptions from Syndetics:

Surrealism was one of the most influential movements of the twentieth century and had a profound impact on all forms of culture. It was a philosophy and a way of life for some of the most brilliant artists of the century. This is the first book to examine in depth its impact in the wider fields of design and the decorative arts and its sometimes uneasy relationship with the commercial world. From the sensuality of Dali's Mae West Lips Sofa to Schiaparelli's extraordinary 'Tear' dress, Surrealism produced some of the most emotive objects ever created. In this ground-breaking book, works in all media from artists and designers such as Jean Cocteau, Pablo Picasso, Man Ray, Alexander Calder, Max Ernst and Joan Miro will be used to explore some of Surrealism's dominant themes. Containing over 350 stunning illustrations, including previously unpublished works in private collections and specially commissioned photographs, the range of objects spans painting, sculpture, works on paper, bookbindings, jewellery, ceramics, glass, textiles, furniture, fashion, film and photography.

"Published to coincide with the exhibition Surreal things : Surrealism and design"--Verso de la p. de t.

Bibliogr.: p. 350-354.

Author notes provided by Syndetics

Ghislaine Wood is curator of Surreal Things: Surrealism and Design. She curated the V&A's blockbuster exhibition, Art Deco 1910-1939 , and co-edited the accompanying book (V&A 2003). She was assistant curator of the V&A exhibition Art Nouveau 1890-1914 (V&A 2000). Her publications include Essential Art Deco (V&A 2003) and Art Nouveau and the Erotic (V&A 2000). She is a member of the V&A's Research Department.