"Century Style"

Author: (British) Bevis Hillier and / Lin He
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Publish Date: 2002-01-01
Features: Art historian Max Friedl?nder said, "When it comes to civilization, a single shoe can convey as much as a great cathedral." The author, the renowned British art historian Bevis Hillier, opens with this quote in a humorous and witty manner, introducing the historical development of "vulgar objects" closely related to daily life since the 20th century, such as clothing, furniture, jewelry, posters, and more. He analyzes the stylistic transformations of these highly era-specific utilitarian artworks across different periods and emphasizes the inseparable relationship between art and society, politics, culture, and the economy. The illustrations are exquisite, the text is vivid, and it is both informative and engaging.