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The design encyclopedia

by Mel Byars, Terence Riley

This encyclopaedia covers global design and decoration from the 19th century to the present through over 3,000 entries. It provides information on designers, movements, and materials, alongside records of international exhibitions and extensive bibliographies.

Accession 25360 ISBN 185669349X Publisher Laurence King
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