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Vladimir Kagan: A Life of Design

Sep 29, 2022

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Overview

This portrait of Vladimir Kagan-noted furniture designer, sculptor, and writer-documents his creative process, from initial drawings and design ideas through the creation of the Gigi and Gabriella chairs. His long career and continued inventiveness had a seminal influence on Twentieth Century design.

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Vladimir Kagan

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Jerry Vlacich

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Michael Evert

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Chris Eitel

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Constantin Boym

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Elaine Rosenberg

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Illya Kagan

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Vanessa Kagan Diserio

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Edith Bouriez

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Jessica Kagan Cushman

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Chairs

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