Gilbert Rohde: Modern Design for Modern Living
"Phyllis Ross'' new book on Gilbert Rohde, perhaps the most important American furniture designer of the later 1930s and 1940s, presents a great wealth of new material. It is a quantum leap over anything that has been previously published on this seminal figure and makes a significant contribution to the study of American design of the period."-Christopher Long, University of Texas at Austin"This thoroughly researched book.conveys the appeal and impact of Rohde's promotion of functional lifestyle spaces for modern Americans." -Library Journal"The first comprehensive look at the Bronx native's brilliant career." -Elle Décor"As Ross states in her introduction, 'A comprehensive appraisal of his diverse career is long overdue.'"-Interior Design"Meticulously researched, the book chronicles the designer's life and career." -Contemporary Collectibles