Ester Coen,Richard Cork
FuturLiberty: Liberty Fabrics and the Avant-Garde
FuturLiberty: Liberty Fabrics and the Avant-Garde
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The close relationship between art and design is explored through the historic and contemporary fabric designs of Liberty, inspired by avant-garde art from the Italian Futurists and Vorticists. Federico Forquet's FuturLiberty Collection showcases this connection, with experts Ester Coen and Richard Cork examining the art and Anna Buruma exploring Liberty's avant-garde history.
Format: Hardback
Length: 160 pages
Publication date: 27 April 2023
Publisher: Thames & Hudson Ltd
Liberty, a renowned international brand for its fabrics, particularly its floral patterns, has a rich history of creating bold and geometric designs. Over the past half-century, avant-garde art has played a significant role in inspiring these innovative creations. Notably, the Italian Futurists, including artists like Giacomo Balla and Umberto Boccioni, and their English counterparts, the Vorticists, such as Christopher Nevinson and Edward Wadsworth, have left their mark on Liberty's design aesthetic.
In celebration of Liberty's 150th anniversary, esteemed couturier and interior designer Federico Forquet has curated a stunning new range of fabrics called the FuturLiberty Collection. This collection carries the legacy of Liberty's creative heritage into the present day. To delve into the artistic influences behind the new designs, specialists Ester Coen and Richard Cork examine the Futurist and Vorticist art that underpins them. Archivist Anna Buruma also explores Liberty's extensive history of avant-garde designs, shedding light on the timeless appeal of these creations.
This visually captivating study not only showcases the process that led to the creation of the FuturLiberty Collection but also highlights how art can inform and influence design, making it contemporary, relevant, and engaging. By delving into the intricate relationship between art and design, this study provides a deeper understanding of the creative process and its impact on fashion and interior design.
Weight: 1202g
Dimension: 261 x 295 x 22 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780500026717
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