Telling tales
Subtitle: fantasy and fear in contemporary design
By: Gareth Williams.
Contributors: Victoria and Albert Museum.
Publisher: V&A Pub.; distributed in North America by Harry N. Abrams
Published: 2009
Place of publication: London; New York
Language: eng
Number of pages: 128
ISBN-13: 9781851775606
Subjects: Decorative arts -- 21st century -- Themes, motives -- Exhibitions; Form (Aesthetics) -- Exhibitions
Genres: Exhibitions
Description: " ... Brings together around 50 objects that share common themes such as fantasy, parody and a concern with mortality. The show will explore the recent trend amongst European designers for limited edition pieces of furniture, ceramics, lighting and large scale installations that pushes the boundaries between art and design. Designers include Tord Boontje, Maarten Baas, Jurgen Bey and Studio Job ..."
Notes: Published to coincide with the exhibition: Telling tales : fantasy and fear in contemporary design, at the Victoria and Albert Museum, London, 14 July-18 October, 2009.

Includes bibliographical references and index.