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Ralph Rapson: Sixty Years of Modern Design,Used
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Ralph Rapson is the most influential Minnesota architect of the twentieth century. Architect, artist, furniture designer, and teacher, he has played a leading role in the development and practice of modern architecture and design, both nationally and internationally. Beginning in the late 1930s, at Cranbrook under Eliel Saarinen, Rapson became famous for his rapid, exquisite renderings and his creative reexamination of traditional furniture and housing forms. He also began a careerlong involvement in architectural competitions and experimental programs that helped shape the future of modernism in America. In postwar Europe, his designs for nine U.S. embassy projects established a new international model for the American embassy abroad.In 1954 Rapson assumed leadership of the University of Minnesotas School of Architecture, beginning a thirtyyear tenure that would transform not only the school itself but the standing of the design profession within the state.Over sixty years and against the tides and assaults of architectural fads and fashion, Ralph Rapson has maintained a consistency and commitment to the basic and best principles of modern architecture, unswervingly and without distraction. He has never lost sight of the larger questions of architectureits potential for community betterment and enrichment of the human experience.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main subject of 'Ralph Rapson: Sixty Years of Modern Design'? A: The book focuses on Ralph Rapson, a significant Minnesota architect known for his contributions to modern architecture and design over sixty years.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is bound in hardcover.
- Q: How many pages are included in this book? A: The book contains 235 pages.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Ralph Rapson: Sixty Years of Modern Design' is Rip Rapson.
- Q: When was this book published? A: The book was published on April 1, 1999.
- Q: Is 'Ralph Rapson: Sixty Years of Modern Design' a new or used book? A: This is a used book in good condition.
- Q: What category does this book fall under? A: The book is categorized under Artists, Architects & Photographers.
- Q: What features does the book highlight about Ralph Rapson's work? A: The book highlights Rapson's influence on modern architecture, his architectural competitions, and his role in shaping design education.
- Q: Is there a specific edition of this book? A: Yes, it is identified as a Collectors edition.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is in very good condition.