Art Deco and Streamlining

Question 1

Name four characteristics of Art Deco

Answer 1

• Handcrafted and machine manufacture
• Opulent style (luxurious)
• Influenced by Picasso and Braque
• Influenced by African/Aztec or Egyptian art
• Geometric shapes
• Sunburst motifs
• Bright colours
• Bold shapes and sharp edges
• Expensive/exotic materials
• Low cost/mass production

Question 2

Name 5 ways Raymond Loewy has contributed to modern industrial design

Answer 2

• Streamlined forms
• Modern/futuristic
• Many of his designs are still in use today
• Streamlining allowed for greater efficiency, speed and reduced drag
• Streamlining improved aesthetics of items
• His work put industrial design in the spotlight
• Worked on identities for multinational companies
• Streamlined are wide range of items