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The book "Luminary Design of the 20th Century" serves as an excellent companion to the renowned "1000 Chairs," featuring an impressive collection of over 1,000 lighting designs. Arranged chronologically by decade, it showcases the most remarkable electric lights of the 20th century. From Tiffany's exquisite leaded-glass shades to the bold and unconventional designs of the late 1960s and 70s, culminating in the latest advancements in LED technology, this edition encapsulates a century of innovation in lighting. It encompasses all major artistic movements, including Arts & Crafts, Art Nouveau, Art Deco, Modern Movement, De Stijl, Postwar, Pop, Radical, Post-Modern, and Contemporary, spread across 640 pages of captivating works. This comprehensive reference is an indispensable resource for collectors and enthusiasts of design.