The Shakers: A World in the Making

Glenn AdamsonVitra Design Museum • ISBN-13 978‑3945852668

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The Shakers: A World in the Making

Glenn AdamsonVitra Design Museum

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ISBN-10: 3945852668 · ISBN-13: 978‑3945852668 · 2025 · 1st Edition

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This volume examines the intersection of 18th-century Shaker craftsmanship and contemporary design theory, documenting the community's commitment to social equality and functional simplicity. Through a curated selection of furniture, tools, and architecture, the book explores how these historical objects continue to inform modern aesthetics. It features contributions from contemporary practitioners who engage with the Shaker legacy through new commissions and critical analysis.

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Publisher: Vitra Design Museum
1st Edition2025
Pages: 320Language: EnglishPaper finish: Matte

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Author: Glenn Adamson

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Inferred: Shaker DesignInferred: FunctionalismInferred: Material Culture

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Cornerstone of: Design Theory

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