Established by Walter Gropius in 1919, the Bauhaus revolutionized German art, design, and architecture by integrating fine arts, crafts, and technology, challenging educational norms. Emphasizing form-function harmony, it advocated modern techniques, leaving a lasting influence on global creative fields and shaping modernism and contemporary design.
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"The mind is like an umbrella – it functions best when open" -Walter Gropius
"Creating is the most intense excitement one can come to know." - Anni Albers
Marianne Brandt, a key figure in Bauhaus, significantly influenced modern design through her pioneering work in metalwork and product design, including the creation of iconic tea and coffee sets.
"My work seen in its totality is a statement about the integration of the contemporary artist into an industrial society." -Herbert Bayer
Gunta Stölzl, the only female master at the Bauhaus school, was a pioneering German textile artist known for her innovative blend of traditional craftsmanship and modern design, leaving a lasting impact on textile design and the integration of art and industry.