Michael O'Connell: The Lost Modernist

Discover the remarkable journey of Michael O'Connell in 'The Lost Modernist.' This captivating trade paperback highlights the life and works of a pivotal figure in the Modernist movement. Born in 1898, O'Connell's creative vision and innovative textiles transformed Australian design, making a lasting impact that shaped the future of fabric art. With over 100 stunning examples from both Australian and British collections, this book details O'Connell's revolutionary hand blockprinted fabrics that began to emerge in the 1930s. You'll delve into his influential role at Edinburgh Weavers and Heals, where he produced iconic designs during the 40s and 50s. The narrative captures O'Connell's enduring legacy, including his large-scale textile murals that reflect the evolving art scene, crafted from his studio in Hertfordshire. 'The Lost Modernist' also contextualizes O'Connell's art within the broader spectrum of 20th-century design history, making it an essential read for art lovers and students of textile design alike. Enhance your understanding of Modernist textiles with this extraordinary tome that showcases O'Connell's artistic prowess, creativity, and innovative spirit. With its scholarly insights and breathtaking visuals, this book is a must-have for anyone interested in the evolution of textile design. Plus, enjoy free shipping on your purchase. Please note, combined shipping for other items is not available with this book, and allow up to 10 days for delivery.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781877096389
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2011
Publisher: Black Inc
Pages: 256


Description:
Born in Cumbria in 1898 Michael O?Connell saw action on the Western Front in WWI before moving to Australia in 1920. Over the following 17 years he became a critical member of the burgeoning Modernist movement in Melbourne primarily through his innovative and dynamic textiles. First exhibited in 1930 his hand blockprinted fabrics revolutionised Australian textile design, which at the time was an entirely amateur affair, and laid the foundations of its future development. On his return to the UK in 1937, O?Connell became a key figure in contemporary textile design, producing fabrics for EdinburghWeavers in 1938 and then for Heals during the 1940s and 1950s. He was involved in a number of progressive government-initiated projects for schools and public institutions in the optimistic years of post-war Britain, including the celebrated wall hangings for the Country Pavilion at the Festival of Britain in 1951. During the 1960s until his death in 1976 O?Connell kept pace with contemporary art practice from his studio-home in Perry Green Hertfordshire, producing large-scale, innovative 'textile murals? in his unique combination of batik and resist dyeing. The Lost Modernist illustrates and discusses over100 works from Australian and British public and private collections within the context of 20th century design history and the framework of O?Connell?s life.

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