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A compact art-history powerhouse built for design lovers who care about substance. Bauhaus. Updated Edition by Magdalena Droste is a thick, small-format hardcover that packs 575 illustrations into 552 pages, from architectural plans and studio sketches to archival photos.
The layout feels intentional and clean, echoing Bauhaus principles without getting gimmicky. Print quality is crisp, paper has a premium feel, and the image-to-text balance makes it easy to browse or dive deep. Content spans Weimar, Dessau, and Berlin, with familiar names like Gropius, Klee, Mies, Albers, and Marianne Brandt, plus lesser-known gems. It’s more reference than coffee table, yet still display-worthy. Note: the type is on the smaller side, so good lighting helps.
If you want a rigorous, visually rich overview of Bauhaus that respects the movement’s utility and beauty, this Taschen edition delivers.
