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New York: Thames & Hudson, 1995. 1st. Hardcover. New/New. 11.3x10.3x1.3in. With 417 illustrations, 300 in color. 352pp 5.03lb 11.3x10.3x1.3in

Gray stamped cloth, gray & illus. dust jacket, 352 pp., 300 color illus., 117 BW illus. Issued in conjunction with the inaugural exhibition (1995-1996) of the Wolfsonian. "Looks at the different ways that political, industrial, and cultural leaders have employed design in their programs of reform and their effort to shape public opinion. It shows how design has been a vital tool in acclimatizing people to life in the modern world and has helped to formulate a sense of national identity, especially in European countries, through local crafts and vernacular buildings." (dj).

Size: 9x6x0; New. In shrink wrap. Looks like an interesting title!

London:: Thames & Hudson,, 1995.. First Printing of the First UK Edition. A Near Fine copy in a Near Fine unclipped dust jacket. This exhibition catalogue contains over 400 illustrations (300 in color) examining the social, political and aesthetic significance of objects produced between 1885 and 1945. Documented here are the ideas and designs that trace the course of Western civilization and the contributions of design to the monumentous changes that have changed our lives. Topics explored include Romantic Nationalism in Design, Decorative Arts in Amsterdam, Forging Modern Italy, Design in Fascist Italy and Design in Inter-War Germany.

*** FREE UPGRADE to Courier/Priority Shipping Upon Request ***-*** IN STOCK AND IMMEDIATELY AVAILABLE FOR SHIPMENT-Flawless copy, brand new, pristine, never opened--352 pp. With 418 ills. (298 col. ). 29 x 26 cm. --with a bonus offer--; 0.4 x 9.4 x 6.8 Inches.