An illustrated reference book for artists, designers, decorators, art historians, students and collectors concerning all aspects of this eclectic style which had its roots in France, but soon transformed design in Europe and America. Following an introduction about Art Deco's antecedents and inspirations the book goes on to deal with furniture and interior design, metalwork and silver, ceramics, glass, textiles and carpets, fashion, jewellery and accessories, painting and sculture, books, graphics and posters, architecture and transport.