Eine Stunde Architektur
Stuttgart: Akademischer Verlag Dr. Fritz Wedekind, 1928. First edition. Softcover. Quarto. 64pp. Original color-illustrated wraps with white lettering on cover.
Historical and critical overview of architecture and plea for modern living and architecture by one of the major critics and protagonists of modern architecture in the 20th century. Examining the aesthetic and functional aspects of architecture, art, and modern living Behne leaves no stone unturned. He examines architecture back to the pyramids as well as the functions of furniture, clothes, art, the function of kitchens with an example by Bruno Taut, the dining room table in the context of an elaborate dinner, and various aspects of the complex process in building living quarters based on what he deems "the principle of 100% performance."
"Purpose is the actual holy aspect of art history. It helped humanity to gain freedom. When conquering the world purpose was the most important weapon of humanity, because purpose is the premise of humanity." Profusely illustrated with b/w reproductions of photographs of architectural gems throughout history, architectural drawings, floor plans, interiors with details, and artwork with descriptive list of sixty-one illustrations at rear.
Text in German. Minor wear along edges of wraps with minor chipping at head of spine. Very good condition. Item #55074
Price: $500.00