Vintage ARCHI-TETES of famous architect's bye artist Louis Hellman
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The image is an "Archi-Tête" (architectural head) by Louis Hellman, featuring architect Charles Rennie Mackintosh. These caricatures depict architects in the style of their buildings.
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Archi-Têtes Series:
Created by British architect and cartoonist Louis Hellman, the Archi-Têtes are caricatures of famous architects, drawn in the style of their buildings.
Charles Rennie Mackintosh:
The Archi-Tête in the image represents Scottish architect Charles Rennie Mackintosh (1868-1928), known for his Art Nouveau and Glasgow Style designs.
Louis Hellman:
Hellman is known for his satirical cartoons of the architecture world and has been publishing his work since 1967. The Archi-Têtes series began as a competition entry for the Architectural Review in 1984, which he won.
Publication:
This particular Archi-Tête of Mackintosh is featured in Hellman's book Archi-têtes: the id in the Grid (2000). It has also been produced as a postcard and print.
Style and Elements:
The caricature incorporates elements of Mackintosh's architectural style, such as geometric forms, stylized floral motifs, and the use of stained glass, reflecting his distinctive design aesthetic.
Purpose:
The Archi-Têtes serve as both humorous caricatures and critiques of architectural styles, offering commentary on the architects and their work.
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