Join ADSNY as we continue our Art Deco 101 series of online illustrated talks that give an in-depth look at Art Deco architecture and design, in addition to the culture of the 1920s and 30s.
In this online presentation, educator and Art Deco expert, Kathleen Murphy Skolnik, will return to explore the dynamic sculpture, ceramics, and glass produced in America during the Art Deco era.
Throughout the engaging program, Skolnik will show the captivating work of notable designers such as:
- Sculptors Paul Manship, Lee Lawrie, and Gwen Lux, whose work can be found at Rockefeller Center
- Ceramicist Victor Schreckengost, who designed the iconic Jazz Bowl
- Waylande Gregory, who created the first monumental ceramic sculptures of modern times and helped elevate ceramics from an applied to a fine art
- The Steuben glass designers who targeted an upscale audience with their creative Art Deco works that brought the firm into the modern age
- The designers of the Ruba Rombic line, aimed at the average consumer
In addition, we will also survey many striking sculptures that graced the grounds of the World’s Fairs of the 1930s.
Even though this event is online, it will include a live PowerPoint—with wonderful images that you will be able to see directly on your computer screen, tablet, or mobile device––as well as a Q&A session with participants.
Can't join us at the time of the live event? No problem! When you register for the live program you are guaranteed to receive a recording of the entire program a few days after the live presentation, which you can watch at a time most convenient for you.
About the Speaker:
Kathleen Murphy Skolnik teaches art and architectural history at Roosevelt University in Chicago, Illinois and leads seminars on Art Deco design at the Newberry Library, a private research library also in Chicago. She is the co-author of The Art Deco Murals of Hildreth Meière and a contributor to the recently published Art Deco Chicago: Designing Modern America. Her articles have appeared in ADSNY's Art Deco New York journal and she currently serves on ADSNY's Advisory Board.
More Art Deco 101 programs:
You don't have to watch each program in the Art Deco 101 series to enjoy this event. However, if you'd like to experience additional events in this series, you're in luck! Click the name of the events listed below to learn more about how you can enjoy the full events:
Registration:
How to Register for ADSNY's Web-based programs:
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