Sydney & NSW Road Directories & Guides 1914-1935

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Six Sydney and NSW Road Directories & guides 1914-1935.…
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Six Sydney and NSW Road Directories & guides 1914-1935. Wilson's Sydney & Suburbs Directory & blue mountains guide, 700 pages, Sydney, 1920; Wilson's Sydney & Suburban Directory & blue mountains guide, 614 pages, Sydney, 1935; Wilson's rail - Road & sea guide to south coast & Southern Highlands of NSW, 274 pages,1929 (see p.7); Pearson's Road guide to New South Wales for Tourists (Cyclists) & the Motorist, 74 pages, Sydney, c1914; Nrma and NSW Government tourist bureau official Road guide to NSW 238 pages, Sydney, c1935; & Vacuum Road map of New South Wales with original pocket. Art Deco illustration of a motorist & his family with gravity feed petrol bowsers in the background, c1935.

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  • Art Deco Period - The Art Deco period was a cultural movement that emerged in the 1920s and 1930s, and was characterized by its emphasis on modernism, luxury, and elegance. The name "Art Deco" comes from the Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes, a large exhibition held in Paris in 1925 that showcased the latest trends in decorative arts.

    Art Deco was a reaction against the ornate and elaborate styles of the previous era, and reflected a new modern sensibility. It was characterized by streamlined, geometric shapes, bright colours, and the use of new materials such as chrome, glass, and Bakelite. Art Deco designers sought to create a sense of luxury and sophistication, often incorporating expensive materials such as ivory, marble, and rare woods.

    Art Deco had a significant impact on a wide range of artistic fields, including architecture, fashion, graphic design, and interior design. Some of the most iconic examples of Art Deco architecture include the Empire State Building in New York City, the Hoover Building in London, and the Palais de Chaillot in Paris.

    The Art Deco period came to an end in the 1940s, as World War II and changing cultural trends led to a shift in artistic styles. However, Art Deco remains an important influence on design and art, and continues to be celebrated for its modernist sensibility and glamorous aesthetic.

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