Walter Gropius

Name: Walter Gropius
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SKU: 9781838664213
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An Illustrated Biography

By Leyla Daybelge and Magnus Englund

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In Walter Gropius by Leyla Daybelge and Magnus Englund, the authors delve into the life and legacy of the pioneering German architect who founded the Bauhaus School. The book explores his radical approach to design and his influence on modern architecture, highlighting his commitment to blending art, craft and technology. Gropius's story unfolds within the context of shifting artistic, political and cultural landscapes, charting his journey from Europe to the United States.
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You might enjoy this biography if you're fascinated by modern architecture and design, as it illuminates the life and influence of an iconic 20th-century architect. This book may appeal to you if you're interested in exploring how one man's vision helped shape the Bauhaus movement and transformed the field of architecture.

Walter Gropius

A stunning visual biography of the life of Walter Gropius, founder of the Bauhaus, and one of the world's most influential architects

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A stunning visual biography of the life of Walter Gropius, founder of the Bauhaus, and one of the world's most influential architects.

This illustrated biography tells the story of Gropius's life, beginning with his shattering experiences in World War One, his turbulent marriage to the notorious Alma Mahler, the establishment of the Bauhaus, and the tragic death of their daughter Manon.

After Gropius's agonized decision to leave Nazi Germany in 1933, the book explores his life in exile in London and then his move to America in 1937, where he lived and worked until his death in 1969.

Features more than 375 illustrations, including letters, telegrams, sketches, drawings, photographs, posters, brochures, and other ephemera. The authors present the life of Walter Gropius as not just a key figure of 20th-century architecture, but as an extraordinarily generous person—a connector, protector, and benefactor who improved the lives and careers of all those with whom he came into contact.

This is the first comprehensive illustrated biography of one of Modern architecture's most important figures. Walter Gropius presents an insightful look into the life of a true visionary.

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Walter Gropius by Leyla Daybelge and Magnus Englund is praised for being an iconic and comprehensive exploration of the architect's multifaceted life and influence. Reviews highlight its engaging accessibility, accuracy, and in-depth research. The book captures not just Gropius's impact on modernism but also portrays him as a passionate and sophisticated individual.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781838664213

Publisher: Phaidon Press Ltd

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 13 October 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Phaidon Press Ltd

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 33.0mm

Width: 238.0mm

Height: 305.0mm

Weight: 2334g

Pages: 320

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About the Author

Leyla Daybelge and Magnus Englund are self-confessed 'Bauhaus obessives', with a specialist interest in Walter Gropius. They are co-authors of the 2019 book Isokon and the Bauhaus in Britain, detailing the little-known story of Walter Gropius's life and work in London during the 1930s. Magnus and Leyla have delivered dozens of highly acclaimed lectures on the Bauhaus and Walter Gropius.