Explore six centuries of global design with "History of Design: Decorative Arts and Material Culture, 1400-2000." This comprehensive hardcover survey is the first to cover decorative arts and design from Africa, the Americas, Asia, Europe, the Indian subcontinent, and the Islamic world, from 1400 to the present day. Lavishly illustrated and meticulously documented, the book examines interiors, furniture, textiles, glass, graphics, metalwork, ceramics, exhibitions, product design, and landscape and garden design. Divided into four chronological and geographical sections, authors elucidate the evolution of style, form, materials, and techniques. Key issues such as gender, race, patronage, cultural appropriation, and the balance between continuity and innovation are addressed. Featuring contributions from leading authorities, this landmark publication presents hundreds of objects in their historical contexts, highlighting how applied arts have enriched customs, ceremony, and daily life worldwide. An essential read for anyone interested in design history, decorative arts, and material culture. **Summary:** ISBN History of Design: Decorative Arts and Material Culture, 1400-2000. Hardcover book by Susan Weber published by Yale University Press. Features English language, 704 pages, with dimensions 150.1 mm W x 249.9 mm D x 15 mm H.