Industrial Art Explained

John Gloag

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Routledge
01 December 2025

Engineering: general; Technical design; Materials science

Series: John Gloag on Industrial Design

Originally published in 1934 this book became recognised as one of the principal standard works on industrial design and industrial architecture. The chapters explain the complete operation, character and background history of industrial art, its relation to architecture, materials, industrial production and retail distribution. It is fully illustrated with line drawings and photographs.

By: John Gloag
Imprint: Routledge
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 198mm, Width: 129mm,
ISBN: 9781032365312
ISBN 10: 1032365315
Series: John Gloag on Industrial Design
Pages: 204
Publication Date: 01 December 2025
Audience: College/higher education , Primary
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Forthcoming

An author of almost sixty books, with topics ranging from interiors to furniture history, from industrial design to the use of plastics, John Gloag was a member of an elite design culture that was highly visible throughout the 1930s and 40s.

Reviews for Industrial Art Explained

Reviews of the original edition of Industrial Art Explained: ‘…the most readable account of industrial design we have in England.’ Nikolaus Pevsner, Architectural Review ‘The arrangement is logical and easy to follow… Should have a wide general appeal.’ Yorkshire Post.