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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I Have a dream

Equilibrium Series Coffee/Tea Table

Unique vase

Mirror Josef Hoffmann Max Welz ca.

Mediterranean dining table (1)

Paire de Fauteuils à Strapontin - Métal Chromé

Tea time is back (1)

Tic Tac Toe Game board

Les sept vallées

Antinoüs

Skyline "Las Vegas"

Two liqueur bowls

Jane's pop

Vase en rose

Paire de paravents: "Lune Claire et Lune Sombre "(Chiens errants à Beau Vallon, Ile Maurice)

2 Dining Chairs 'Tribute to Mackintosh'

Red Circle

Bureau Bauhaus De Rudolf Vichr - Chêne

Bureau Brutaliste Maison Regain - Orme

Lampadaire à Double Balanciers - Métal Laqué Noir

Makonde 2 Lamp

Zanzibar Dark Dining Table

Makonde 2 Coffee Table

Kinda Armchair

Makonde Side Table

Small Makonde Sculpture

Animals Coffee Table

Shambaa Armchair

Sharpei

Pair of table lamps Nautilus Moritz Hacker ca

Paire d'Appliques Oeufs

Enfilade Haute Danoise - Brande Møbelfabrik - Teck

Petite bonbonne

Everything New is Well Forgotten Old

Skate Gucci Simson

Female bust, early 1980s

Ant Ceramic Sculpture - Pink

Mirror Dagobert Peche Wiener Werkstatte ca.

Quadri dalla stanza di un medico

You'll never walk Alone

Glazed ceramic.

Vase le chant

Sexy Robot Floating (Silver)

Bayadera on Elephant

Plat en Porcelaine de Limoges

Vase 2

Jeune-fille à l'oeil

Horse Spirit

527 Pixels

Time off Blue

Heart Spirit Red Edition

Kong Christmas (Gold Edition 2024)

La rose de Lancôme

Mandarine (LC56)

Pac Man

Small Lie Brown

Kong Golden Christmas Edition

Polar bear silver

Frute Brute

Franken Berry

Boo Berry

Pac Man, collection de 5 sculptures

Holiday Taipei Grey