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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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Design, Link - Bank, Reda Amalou

Link - Bank

Reda Amalou

Design - 43 x 42 x 43 cm Design - 16.9 x 16.5 x 16.9 inch

$2,457

Design, Link - Banc, Reda Amalou

Link - Banc

Reda Amalou

Design - 43 x 42 x 43 cm Design - 16.9 x 16.5 x 16.9 inch

$2,457

Design, Dot Khaki, Reda Amalou

Dot Khaki

Reda Amalou

Design - 45 x 41 x 41 cm Design - 17.7 x 16.1 x 16.1 inch

$1,498

Design, Dot orange, Reda Amalou

Dot orange

Reda Amalou

Design - 45 x 41 x 41 cm Design - 17.7 x 16.1 x 16.1 inch

$1,498

Design, Dot pop pink, Reda Amalou

Dot pop pink

Reda Amalou

Design - 45 x 41 x 41 cm Design - 17.7 x 16.1 x 16.1 inch

$1,498

Design, Petit creux, Madame

Petit creux

Madame

Design - 24 x 24 x 0.5 cm Design - 9.4 x 9.4 x 0.2 inch

$199

Design, MrsD, Clémentine Chambon

MrsD

Clémentine Chambon

Design - 114 x 37.5 x 38.5 cm Design - 44.9 x 14.8 x 15.2 inch

$2,106

Design, Soa console, Reda Amalou

Soa console

Reda Amalou

Design - 80 x 140 x 35 cm Design - 31.5 x 55.1 x 13.8 inch

$7,956

Design, 46C28, Christine Duflo

46C28

Christine Duflo

Design - 40 x 40 cm Design - 15.7 x 15.7 inch

$702

Design, 46C27, Christine Duflo

46C27

Christine Duflo

Design - 40 x 40 cm Design - 15.7 x 15.7 inch

$702

Design, 46C26, Christine Duflo

46C26

Christine Duflo

Design - 40 x 40 cm Design - 15.7 x 15.7 inch

$702

Design, Design vase, Jan Beranek

Design vase

Jan Beranek

Design - 21 x 11 x 11 cm Design - 8.3 x 4.3 x 4.3 inch

$690

Design, Split-Rocker, Jeff Koons

Split-Rocker

Jeff Koons

Design - 36 x 40 x 33 cm Design - 14.2 x 15.7 x 13 inch

$7,605

Design, Diapir, Marion Clavier

Diapir

Marion Clavier

Design - 45 x 38 x 11 cm Design - 17.7 x 15 x 4.3 inch

$4,458

Design, N°37, Alicia Lasne

N°37

Alicia Lasne

Design - 50 x 50 x 1 cm Design - 19.7 x 19.7 x 0.4 inch

$819

Design, Hope Hermès, Ske

Hope Hermès

Ske

Design - 75 x 6 x 6 cm Design - 29.5 x 2.4 x 2.4 inch

$291

Design, AV-001LV, Futura 2000

AV-001LV

Futura 2000

Design - 32 x 15 x 11 cm Design - 12.6 x 5.9 x 4.3 inch

$1,392

Design, Table IKB, Yves Klein

Table IKB

Yves Klein

Design - 37.5 x 125 x 100 cm Design - 14.8 x 49.2 x 39.4 inch

$25,974

Design, First Cut, Prefab77

First Cut

Prefab77

Design - 81 x 21 x 1 cm Design - 31.9 x 8.3 x 0.4 inch

$585

Design, Til Death, Prefab77

Til Death

Prefab77

Design - 81 x 21 x 1 cm Design - 31.9 x 8.3 x 0.4 inch

$585

Design, N°38, Alicia Lasne

N°38

Alicia Lasne

Design - 50 x 38 x 1 cm Design - 19.7 x 15 x 0.4 inch

$702

Design, N°31, Alicia Lasne

N°31

Alicia Lasne

Design - 30 x 70 x 1 cm Design - 11.8 x 27.6 x 0.4 inch

$819

Design, N)28, Alicia Lasne

N)28

Alicia Lasne

Design - 53 x 40 x 1 cm Design - 20.9 x 15.7 x 0.4 inch

$819

Design, N°27, Alicia Lasne

N°27

Alicia Lasne

Design - 50 x 40 x 1 cm Design - 19.7 x 15.7 x 0.4 inch

$819

Design, N°30, Alicia Lasne

N°30

Alicia Lasne

Design - 31 x 73 x 2 cm Design - 12.2 x 28.7 x 0.8 inch

$877

Design, Hope Girl Bat, Ske

Hope Girl Bat

Ske

Design - 75 x 6 x 6 cm Design - 29.5 x 2.4 x 2.4 inch

$291

Design, Jaya console, Reda Amalou

Jaya console

Reda Amalou

Design - 80 x 165 x 41 cm Design - 31.5 x 65 x 16.1 inch

$19,890

Design, Jaya console, Reda Amalou

Jaya console

Reda Amalou

Design - 80 x 140 x 41 cm Design - 31.5 x 55.1 x 16.1 inch

$18,720

Design, Kimani Bench, Reda Amalou

Kimani Bench

Reda Amalou

Design - 45 x 140 x 48 cm Design - 17.7 x 55.1 x 18.9 inch

$21,645

Design, Table Monopink, Yves Klein

Table Monopink

Yves Klein

Design - 37.5 x 125 x 100 cm Design - 14.8 x 49.2 x 39.4 inch

$30,186

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Painting, Orangeade, Âme Sauvage

Orangeade

Âme Sauvage

Painting - 80 x 80 x 2.4 cm Painting - 31.5 x 31.5 x 0.9 inch

$936

Painting, No Need To Hide, tizlu

No Need To Hide

tizlu

Painting - 40 x 40 x 1.5 cm Painting - 15.7 x 15.7 x 0.6 inch

$1,381 $1,161

Sculpture, N°354, Maxime Plancque

N°354

Maxime Plancque

Sculpture - 20 x 7 x 7 cm Sculpture - 7.9 x 2.8 x 2.8 inch

$819

Painting, Sweet thing, Maria Esmar

Sweet thing

Maria Esmar

Painting - 50 x 50 x 4 cm Painting - 19.7 x 19.7 x 1.6 inch

$760

Painting, MB 64, Méryl B

MB 64

Méryl B

Painting - 116 x 89 x 3 cm Painting - 45.7 x 35 x 1.2 inch

$936