
Design
Design within the confines of art history is a creative activity or object, most frequently with an industrial or commercial undertone. Objects made under the heading of design are often a reflection of social, political, scientific, and environmental causes. Design has been used as a means to solve problems, as a fundamental objective behind the medium is to create new possibilities or to improve a process. These objects typically are immersive, including an element of interaction between the user and the material itself. At the crux of it all, creators have turned to design as a means to improve the quality of life for humankind. Design is also multidisciplinarity to its core and has been nourished by the arts for centuries.
Design has evidently evolved since its conception. Highly influenced by societal issues and politics, as well as parallel art movements, design objects reflect the period from which they were made. Although similar, it is important to distinguish the difference between design and Decorative Arts, a 19th-century movement known for the creation of art objects. In the century that followed, art and design were undeniably affected by global turmoil and politics, impacting artists universally, resulting in the birth of an array of art movements.
The 20th-century was a period of tremendous artistic upheaval. Design, art, performance, and theater were all tremendously impacted by the two world wars and the Cold War. On top of this, society was rapidly evolving, with rising social and political movements, such as voting rights and women's suffrage. As the world continued to change and progress, so did the world of art. Design belonged to many, if not all, of the major art movements of the 20th-century; including, Art Nouveau, Modernism, Surrealism, Art Deco, Bauhaus, and Postmodernism.
Design continued to evolve into the 21st century, paving the way for contemporary design. There are various misconceptions when it comes to contemporary design. Typically, confusion comes into place when the lines are blurred between the terms “design"" and “style."" Many use these words interchangeably, but it is important to note the distinguishing factors. Style is part of the design process. Once you have designed the functionality of the piece you are part of the way to the final design. Beyond this, creators will often ponder the definition of design in the 21st century. Designers and artists have drawn upon various 20th-century movements, such as Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Minimalism, and even, Holywood Regenycy.
Some people oppose the idea that design objects can be considered works of art. However, the borders are porous as some of them emphasize artistic features and are singular and unique. Like artists, designers imagine their pieces as personal creations or are released in limited quantities. Their works are often a means to express their visions of the world. It is important to note that collaborations between artists and designers reinforce the links between these two universes, animated by the same search for beauty. Discover a carefully chosen selection of design objects that span an array of movements, from the past to the present!
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Flacon orange et bleu
Jean-Claude Novaro
Design - 35 x 7 x 7 cm Design - 13.8 x 2.8 x 2.8 inch
€3,800

Loetz Vase Medici Maron
Johann Loetz Witwe
Design - 21 x 11 x 11 cm Design - 8.3 x 4.3 x 4.3 inch
€3,800

Loetz vase in the shape of a flower ca. 1910
Johann Loetz Witwe
Design - 40.5 x 22 x 22 cm Design - 15.9 x 8.7 x 8.7 inch
€4,800

Melt Console Table
Marble Balloon
Design - 90 x 120 x 40 cm Design - 35.4 x 47.2 x 15.7 inch
€12,900


Melt Console Table
Marble Balloon
Design - 75 x 150 x 42 cm Design - 29.5 x 59.1 x 16.5 inch
€12,900




Halys Coffee Table | Gold
Marble Balloon
Design - 39.5 x 130 x 88 cm Design - 15.6 x 51.2 x 34.6 inch
€6,500

Aras Mirror | Amethyst
Marble Balloon
Design - 83.5 x 76.5 x 5 cm Design - 32.9 x 30.1 x 2 inch
€6,900

Icare - plate 8 of jazz, 1947
The Skateroom
Design - 80.5 x 20.5 x 1.2 cm Design - 31.7 x 8.1 x 0.5 inch
€220


Gentlemen Diamond Table Cognac
Roy van der Laars
Design - 68 x 40 x 40 cm Design - 26.8 x 15.7 x 15.7 inch
€12,500





Born In The USA
Fédérico Fourment
Design - 120 x 170 x 10 cm Design - 47.2 x 66.9 x 3.9 inch
€15,500

Equilibrium Series Side Table
Xinyi Chen
Design - 60 x 40 x 40 cm Design - 23.6 x 15.7 x 15.7 inch
€9,000


Flacon marron plat mini bulles
Jean-Claude Novaro
Design - 27 x 5 x 15 cm Design - 10.6 x 2 x 5.9 inch
€4,200

Loetz vase Franz Hofstotter Candia PG 6893 ca.
Johann Loetz Witwe
Design - 23.5 x 5 x 5 cm Design - 9.3 x 2 x 2 inch
€4,500



Forst Console natural brushed Carrara
Un'common
Design - 80 x 120 x 33 cm Design - 31.5 x 47.2 x 13 inch
€2,200



Coffee Table Pera M smoky oak Calacatta Viola
Un'common
Design - 35 x 70 x 70 cm Design - 13.8 x 27.6 x 27.6 inch
€2,500

Coffee Table Pera S smoky oak Calacatta Viola
Un'common
Design - 44 x 40 x 40 cm Design - 17.3 x 15.7 x 15.7 inch
€1,300








Loetz vase PG 7773 ca. 1899
Johann Loetz Witwe
Design - 25 x 12 x 12 cm Design - 9.8 x 4.7 x 4.7 inch
€8,600

Flacon "the colours of the sea"
Jean-Claude Novaro
Design - 33 x 10 x 10 cm Design - 13 x 3.9 x 3.9 inch
€4,200


Pair of vases Josef Hoffmann Wiener Werkstatte ca.
Josef Hoffmann
Design - 33 x 13.5 x 13.5 cm Design - 13 x 5.3 x 5.3 inch
€16,000







Makonde Sculpture
Omary Hamidu Karina
Design - 90 x 40 x 20 cm Design - 35.4 x 15.7 x 7.9 inch
€12,000



Zanzibar Mirror Frame
Michael Mtungwa Shija
Design - 214 x 179.5 x 15 cm Design - 84.3 x 70.7 x 5.9 inch
€24,000

Zanzibar Light Dining Table
Michael Mtungwa Shija
Design - 87 x 215 x 148 cm Design - 34.3 x 84.6 x 58.3 inch
€30,000

Makonde Coffee Table
Casimilu Danieli
Design - 57 x 67 x 67 cm Design - 22.4 x 26.4 x 26.4 inch
€12,000

Makonde 3 Coffee Table
Casimilu Danieli
Design - 59 x 60 x 60 cm Design - 23.2 x 23.6 x 23.6 inch
€12,000

Magufuli Armchair
Fharasisi Amblosi
Design - 96 x 77 x 72 cm Design - 37.8 x 30.3 x 28.3 inch
€30,000

Flacon blanc bulles
Jean-Claude Novaro
Design - 35 x 15 x 10 cm Design - 13.8 x 5.9 x 3.9 inch
€7,500

Forst - Sideboard cognac grooved Carrara
Un'common
Design - 46 x 120 x 40 cm Design - 18.1 x 47.2 x 15.7 inch
€2,750


Candlestick "Diana"
Werkstätte Hagenauer
Design - 29.5 x 24.5 x 9 cm Design - 11.6 x 9.6 x 3.5 inch
€5,000






FORST Shelf M natural with Carrara
Un'common
Design - 18 x 80 x 20 cm Design - 7.1 x 31.5 x 7.9 inch
€465

FORST Shelf S cognac with Nero Marquina
Un'common
Design - 18 x 40 x 20 cm Design - 7.1 x 15.7 x 7.9 inch
€320




Plafonnier J. Perzel modèle 2058A
Jean Perzel
Design - 15 x 46 x 46 cm Design - 5.9 x 18.1 x 18.1 inch
€4,200

Cricket ceramic sculpture - Black
Mambo Unlimited
Design - 9 x 20 x 27 cm Design - 3.5 x 7.9 x 10.6 inch
€330







Bird shaped bowl
Werkstätte Hagenauer
Design - 16 x 27 x 12 cm Design - 6.3 x 10.6 x 4.7 inch
€5,500




Fecundity - Bas Relief Silver Sculpture
Salvador Dali
Design - 24 x 18 x 0.1 cm Design - 9.4 x 7.1 x 0 inch
€2,980

Vase Botanical Sceneries
Aurélie Trabaud
Design - 14.5 x 12.5 x 12.5 cm Design - 5.7 x 4.9 x 4.9 inch
€690









