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Classic designs at the ready. Photos: edition20.com
The Source
edition20.com
The Goods
Knockoffs are easy to come by, but real-deal 20th-century design is a bit more of a challenge. Here to help: edition20.com. The newly launched site cuts out the leg work involved in locating coveted 20th-century pieces and features a digital library of goods that are still in production today.
The Secret
Organization is the key to getting your hands on say, a 1960 "Orange Slice" chair by Pierre Paulin (above right) or a 1964 table lamp by Gae Aulenti for FontanaArte (above, left). With items arranged by product group (armchairs, lamps, table accessories...), theme (Scandinavian, sixties, Art Deco...), style (minimalist, masculine, glam...), designer and manufacturer, edition20 lets you carry out refined searches for specific design classics for purchase or inspiration.
Things to Know
All the of the designs, dated between 1900 and 1999, are still being made today under the original license, either by renowned premium vendors or at smaller workshops all over the world. Check out the "top three" most viewed items of the day or the designer bios included with each item to beef up your design savvy.
The database, which took more than 10 years to assemble, is updated regularly by a team of specialist writers, private collectors and premium vendors.