Christian Sumi
Goddess - La Deesse: Investigations on the Legendary Citroen DS
Goddess - La Deesse: Investigations on the Legendary Citroen DS
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The Citroën DS is a 20th-century innovative design icon, published in 2001 by Christian Sumi. It combines form and technology, radical in implementation and revolutionary in comfort and safety. Sumi analyzes its characteristics, documents in picture series, and examines its iconization and reception.
Format: Hardback
Length: 232 pages
Publication date: 25 February 2021
Publisher: Lars Muller Publishers
The Citroën DS, unveiled in 1955, captivated the world with its stunning design and innovative technology. It effortlessly blended form and function, setting a new standard for automotive excellence. The DS was a radical departure from its predecessors, revolutionizing comfort and safety with its cutting-edge features. This masterpiece of automotive design is considered one of the most iconic designs of the 20th century. In 2001, Swiss architect Christian Sumi collaborated with Lars Müller Publishers to publish a new edition of "AS in DS" by Alison and Peter Smithson. This updated book delves into the intricate details of the Citroën DS, showcasing its body, chassis, and legendary hydraulics through carefully arranged picture series and drawings by Flaminio Bertoni and the Citroën design team. Sumi also critically examines the iconization and reception of the DS, exploring theories that discuss this phenomenon in both a contemporary and philosophical context. Through image essays from advertising campaigns, Sumi sheds light on the cultural significance of the Citroën DS and its enduring legacy. This captivating book is a must-read for design enthusiasts, automotive historians, and anyone interested in the intersection of art, technology, and design.
Weight: 744g
Dimension: 166 x 247 x 22 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783037786260
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