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VG bright copy in slightly creased publishers decorated wrappers with belly band in VG rubbed Slipcase. 1st edition. Illustrated throughout. Articles in Various Languages.

Etat : Very Good. Stiff wraps with title band; No slipcase if issued with one. 10.75 inches tall; 213 pages; contains articles in English, French and German, including a short contribution by Le Corbusier. Profusely illustrated in b/w and some in color, with a couple of fold-outs; plus trade ads. The bindings are tight and square. Text is clean; light, even age-toning. Moderate shelf handling wear. The title band is present but torn and laid-in. Zodiac 5: A Review of Contemporary Architecture is a pivotal issue in the Zodiac magazine series, published in 1959 by Knoll International. This edition stands out for its comprehensive exploration of modern architecture, featuring works by renowned architects such as Frank Lloyd Wright and Antoni Gaudí. The magazine serves as a significant document of mid-20th-century architectural thought and design. The publication is notable for its multilingual content, including English, French, and German, reflecting the international scope of the architectural discourse it presents. The magazine's layout and design are characterized by a clean, modern aesthetic, aligning with the principles of the International Style and showcasing the graphic design expertise of the era. While the primary focus is on architectural analysis and critique, Zodiac 5 also explores the cultural and philosophical underpinnings of modern architecture. It examines how architecture intersects with societal values and technological advancements, providing readers with a holistic understanding of the field's evolution during the mid-20th century. Subjects: Mid-20th Century Architecture, Modernist Design, Graphic Design, International Architecture, Architecture, Design, Graphic Design, Visual Culture.