How Alessi, Postmodernism and Memphis changed the world
Description
A guide through the sometimes diverse ideas, designs and innovations that developed during postmodern era. This program includes footage filmed at the Alessi factory and museum in Italy, and at other design houses in Milan. It contains interviews with leading postmodern designers, Alberto Alessi, George Sowden and Mendini. It also takes a look at a ground-breaking postmodernism exhibition held at London's Victoria and Albert museum.
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30 min
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Date of Publication
[2014], c2012
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