POSTMODERNISM

What is Postmodernism?
• In general it is a reaction against the “Modernist”
movement which focused on order, rational thinking and
science.
What are the Postmodernism in Literature?
• The Blind Assasin – Margaret Atwood
• Metamorphosis – Franz Kafka
What is the “takeline” of Postmodernism?
• “Weird for the sake of being weird”

CONTEMPORARY
Describe the background of contemporary art.
• Art work that is created by today’s contemporary artists
and has a world view and sensitive to changing time.
When was Jonathan Ive born?
• Born in February 1967 in London, England.
Who is James Dyson?
• Britis inventor, industrial designer, landowner and
entrepreneur who founded Dyson Ltd.
THE MEMPHIS
What are the other names for Memphis Group?
• The Memphis Group, also known as Memphis Milano.
When the Memphis Group starts to be active?
• It was active from 1980 to 1988.
When was Memphis born?
• Memphis was born on the evening of December 11, 1980.

MODERNISM
Wht are the characteristics of plywood in the manufacture of
modern furniture?
• Furniture designers made the mostof bent plywood
bending wood reduced the need for, so many different
components of furniture, allowing fewer joints and
smoother overall design.
Who are the designers who make sculptures using steel and
glass industrial materials?
• Charlotte Perrian.
What is work produced by Alvar Aalto?
• His work includes architecture, furniture, textiles and
glassware, as well as sculptures and paintings.
ART NOUVEAU
When Art Nouveau was first developed?
• Developed around 1890 and remained fashionable until
the beginning of World War I.
List three other names for Nouveau Art.
• Nieuwe Kunst in Netherland
• Jugendstil in Germany
• Arte Joven in Spain
Who is Louis Majorelle?
• Louis Majorelle was one of the greatest furniture
producers of the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

ART DECO
When and where was Art Deco first appeared?
• First appeared in France before World War I and end
before World War II.
What are the examples for Material of Art Deco architecture?
• Art Deco materials included stucco, concrete and smooth-
faced stone, steel and aluminium were often used along
with glass blocks and decorative opaque plate glass.
List 4 examples of Art Deco Architecture.
• Empire State Building-United States
• Express Building-Germany
• DU Cane Court-United Kingdom
• Pigott Building-Canada

THE AESTHETIC MOVEMENT

Where was the Aesthetic Movement began?
• Began in Great Britain in the 1870’s.
What is the popularized phrase of Aesthetic Movement?
• “Art of the art sake”
Who is the Movement inspired designer?
• E. W. Goldwin
• William de Morgan

DE STIJL
What is the meaning of De Stijl in Dutch?
• In Dutch, “De Stijl” means “The Style”, also known as
neoplasticism.
List 2 characteristics of De Stijl.
• Precise geometric forms of flat squares and rectangles.
• Play on positive and negative emphasis.
Who is Theo Van Doesburg?
• A dutch artist, who practiced painting, writing, poetry, and
architecture.

BAUHAUS
What are the characteristics of Bauhaus?
• Neatness
• Direct simplicity
• Suitable for mass production
When the Bauhaus was founded?
• Founded in 1919, the Bauhaus became internationally
known as a dynamic school of art and design within 10
years.
Give 3 names of the most innovative designers and artists of
Bauhaus.
• Wassily Kandisky
• Paul Klee
• Laszlo Moholy-Nagy
ARTS AND CRAFTS
When was the Arts and Crafts began?
• Began in late 19th century in Bitain.

Give the examples of Art and Crafts movement.

• Stained glass
• Celtic Motifs
• Needlework
• Islamic
Who is William Morris?
• British writer, designer and socialist.

STREAMLINING
List 2 evolution of train in streamlining.
• 1829 – Robert Stephenson
• 1949 – GP9 Class No. 521
When was the first train appeared?
• First train appeared in the year 1804
What is the first commercial steam train in train history?
• Stephenson’s “The Rocket”.