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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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Best Books on Art Deco, in Reading Order
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Frequently asked questions
- 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?
- Once you have the fundamentals, explore closely related subjects like Reggae, Punk rock.