New materials enabled new approaches to designing everyday objects.
1900 - 1980
New materials enabled new approaches to designing everyday objects.
1900 - 1980
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This dazzling, prismatic, brilliant cut glass creates a universe of pattern and reflection.
Artifacts like this are key for reminding us of a history of racism that is all too easy to forget.
A single piece of glass composes most of this chair, and its sleek design upends traditional furniture design.
Pour a little out for the proletariat: the Robin Hood of earthenware pitchers brought modern design to the people.
Bank of America's Masterpiece Moment
While the movement of her body, buoyancy of her drapery and beating of her wings reflect the energy characteristic of the Hellenistic era, the artist and patron remain unknown. Learn more about this sculptural masterpiece with the President and CEO of the Musée du Louvre.