Patented 1,000 Design Patents

Patented 1,000 Design Patents by Thomas Rinaldi, published by Phaidon in 2021, is a comprehensive exploration of over a century of product and industrial design through original patent documents. This edition, comprising 1,055 pages, presents a unique collection that highlights both iconic and lesser-known designs, showcasing the creativity of various designers and inventors.
Readers will discover a diverse array of patents, from legendary design classics to everyday objects that enhance our daily lives. The book features works by renowned figures such as Eero Saarinen and Charles Eames, alongside practical designs like tape dispensers and food processors. This extensive compilation serves as both a valuable reference and an engaging visual journey through the evolution of industrial design, making it an intriguing resource for those interested in design, technology, and innovation.
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An unprecedented, substantial, and extraordinary celebration of more than a century of fascinating product and industrial design, as shown through their detailed original patent documents – the ultimate ‘flick book’ of modern design with hundreds of works by iconic and lesser-known designers
From legendary design classics to anonymous objects that are indispensable in homes and offices, this one-of-a-kind collection of original patent documents celebrates the creative genius of designers, inventors, creators, innovators, and dreamers the world over. The range is phenomenal: patents by Eero Saarinen, Charles Eames, Isamu Noguchi, Ettore Sottsass, Raymond Loewy, and George Nelson sit alongside everyday designs for tape dispensers, pencil sharpeners, food processors, desk fans, and drink bottles to create a valuable reference that’s also an irresistible browse.
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