dekoration, kunst und design des 20. jahrhunderts
Paolo De Poli was an Italian enameller and painter.
Fausto Melotti was an Italian sculptor, ceramicist, poet, and theorist.
Ernesto Treccani was a visual artist, writer and political activist.
Giovanni (Gio) Ponti was an Italian architect, industrial designer, furniture designer, artist, teacher, writer and publisher.
Carlo Scarpa was an Italian architect, influenced by the materials, landscape and the history of Venetian culture, and by Japan. Scarpa translated his interests in history, regionalism, invention, and the techniques of the artist and craftsman into ingenious glass and furniture design.
Josef Wackerle was a German sculptor. Educated in Munich, he became the artistic director of the Nymphenburg Porcelain Manufactory at a young age. Wackerle's influence extended beyond porcelain, as he contributed significantly to public art and architecture, particularly in his hometown. His works include various monuments, sculptures, and reliefs that demonstrate his commitment to integrating art within public spaces and everyday life.
Josef Wackerle's talent was recognized internationally, and his sculptures played a part in the art competitions at the 1928 and 1932 Summer Olympics. Despite the complex historical context in which he worked, including the Nazi era, Wackerle continued to receive commissions after World War II, demonstrating his art's enduring appeal. He contributed to the architectural and cultural fabric of Garmisch-Partenkirchen through numerous public artworks, including fountains, monuments, and building decorations.
For collectors and art experts, Josef Wackerle's work represents a blend of technical skill and a deep connection to Bavarian cultural identity. His contributions to porcelain art, particularly with Nymphenburg, highlight his versatility and innovation in working with various mediums.
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Angelo Mangiarotti was an Italian architect and industrial designer. His designs were mostly for industrial buildings and railway stations. In 1994 he received the Compasso d'Oro award of the Associazione per il Disegno Industriale for his lifetime of achievement.
Paolo De Poli was an Italian enameller and painter.
Verner Panton was considered one of Denmark's most influential 20th-century furniture and interior designers. During his career, he created innovative and futuristic designs in a variety of materials, especially plastics, and in vibrant and exotic colors. His style was very 1960s but regained popularity at the end of the 20th century. As of 2004, Panton's best-known furniture models are still in production (at Vitra, among others).
Verner Panton was considered one of Denmark's most influential 20th-century furniture and interior designers. During his career, he created innovative and futuristic designs in a variety of materials, especially plastics, and in vibrant and exotic colors. His style was very 1960s but regained popularity at the end of the 20th century. As of 2004, Panton's best-known furniture models are still in production (at Vitra, among others).
Verner Panton was considered one of Denmark's most influential 20th-century furniture and interior designers. During his career, he created innovative and futuristic designs in a variety of materials, especially plastics, and in vibrant and exotic colors. His style was very 1960s but regained popularity at the end of the 20th century. As of 2004, Panton's best-known furniture models are still in production (at Vitra, among others).
Paolo Venini emerged as one of the leading figures in the production of Murano glass and an important contributor to twentieth century Italian design. He is known for having founded the eponymous Venini & C. glassworks.
