modernism Bauhaus Flashcards
1
Q
when did it begin
A
in 1918 after ww1
2
Q
who were the major contributors?
A
Walter Gropius, Marcel Breuer, Miles Van Der Rohe and Marianne Brandt
3
Q
why was it created?
A
to teach students to appreciate materials, manufacturing and form
4
Q
what were the key features?
A
form follows function
geometric forms
everyday products for everyday people
clean and simple lines without decoration
5
Q
examples:
A
Barcelona chairs or Wassily Chair
