JOSEF HOFFMANN 1870-1956: Progress Through Beauty: The Guide to His Oeuvre

This book is the first comprehensive document to the complete works of Josef Hoffmann. It covers all facets of his extensive oeuvre, featuring more than 40 illustrated essays by experts and a detailed biography and documentation section.

\n Format: Hardback
\n Length: 456 pages
\n Publication date: 19 July 2021
\n Publisher: Birkhauser
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This remarkable book stands as the first comprehensive and authoritative account of the entire body of work of the renowned Josef Hoffmann. Hailing from a lineage that includes being a student of Otto Wagner, a pivotal figure in the founding of the Vienna Secession art movement in 1897, a professor at the Vienna School of Arts and Crafts (Kunstgewerbeschule) from 1899 to 1936, and a co-founder of several influential organizations such as the Wiener Werkstätte cooperative in 1903, the Deutscher Werkbund association in 1907, and the Österreichischer Werkbund in 1912, Hoffmann played a pivotal role in shaping a new model of architectural and product design that was characterized by advanced craftsmanship and artistic ambition.

The book, which boasts an impressive collection of over 40 illustrated essays by renowned experts on Hoffmanns most significant buildings, interiors, exhibitions, and craft and product design, offers a comprehensive exploration of his vast oeuvre. With its rich visual content, the book includes a detailed biography and a comprehensive documentation section, making it an invaluable reference work for scholars and enthusiasts alike.

In conclusion, this extraordinary book serves as a testament to Josef Hoffmann's profound impact on the world of architecture and design. By providing a comprehensive and detailed account of his life and work, it establishes itself as a new standard reference work, enriching our understanding and appreciation of this legendary figure's legacy.

\n Weight: 2814g\n
Dimension: 243 x 318 x 46 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9783035622966\n \n