The essential companion to the acclaimed exhibition curated with Vitra Design Museum. Surrealism & Design Now traces the extraordinary journey of one of the 20th century's most influential movements, from its birth in 1924 to its vibrant presence in contemporary design. This richly illustrated catalogue brings together iconic works by Surrealist pioneers including Salvador Dalí, Dora Maar, Man Ray, Leonora Carrington and Lee Miller, alongside contemporary responses from designers and artists such as Schiaparelli, Dior and Björk. From dreamlike furniture to avant-garde fashion, this publication reveals the fascinating influence of Surrealism on design across a century of creative innovation. An indispensable resource for anyone captivated by the intersection of art, design, and the subconscious.
