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Best books to learn Art Deco, in order

A well-built path moves from a broad, visually rich introduction to Art Deco as a global style, through its defining historical moment (the 1925 Paris Exposition), into specialist deep-dives on architecture, interiors, and graphic and industrial design, and finally into the scholarly study of its rediscovery and lasting legacy.

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How should I approach learning art deco?
A well-built path moves from a broad, visually rich introduction to Art Deco as a global style, through its defining historical moment (the 1925 Paris Exposition), into specialist deep-dives on architecture, interiors, and graphic and industrial design, and finally into the scholarly study of its rediscovery and lasting legacy.
What's a good book to start art deco with?
A strong starting point is Art Deco of the 20s and 30s by Bevis Hillier. The ordered reading paths above show exactly where it fits and what to read next.
What should I read after art deco?
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