Broken Glass: Mies van der Rohe, Edith Farnsworth, and the Fight Over a Modernist Masterpiece
by Alex Beam
Broken Glass by Alex Beam delves into the dramatic conflict between architect Mies van der Rohe and Edith Farnsworth over the Farnsworth House, a modernist icon. It examines the legal battle and personal tensions that defined the project's legacy, offering insight into the world of innovative architecture and its human costs.
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Broken Glass explores the contentious relationship between renowned architect Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and his client Edith Farnsworth during the creation of the Farnsworth House, a landmark of modernist architecture.
The book details the disputes that arose from the project's innovative design, which blurred the lines between indoor and outdoor spaces, leading to a high-profile lawsuit.
Through meticulous research, Alex Beam uncovers the personal and professional stakes involved in this fight over a structure that has become a symbol of 20th-century design.
The narrative highlights the broader implications for architectural patronage and the challenges of realizing visionary ideas in the modern era.
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