Atlas of Furniture

The Vitra Museum’s »Atlas of Furniture « is a new and essential work on the history of modern furniture . The monumental book examines themes ranging from the early days of industrialization to innovations of the digital era, which play an increasingly important role in furniture today. Based on more than twenty years of research and with more than 1,000 pages, the »Atlas« represents the most comprehensive book to ever shed light on this subject. It documents 1,740 objects by over 540 ers and contains more than 2,800 illustrations. The »Atlas« features over 550 detailed texts about key objects as well as in-depth essays that provide sociocultural and -historical context to four historical epochs and the works themselves. Furthermore, the book includes a comprehensive annex with er biographies, information graphics, and bibliographies, as well as a manufacturer and materials glossary. These features make this publication an encyclopedic reference guide and indispensable resource for collectors, scholars, and experts, and without a doubt a book to be treasured by lovers all over the world.