Industrial Architecture: Aeg and Fagus Factories

Synopsis

Shows the similarities and differences between Behrens and Gropius by looking at their work in two German factories built just before World War 1. Also traces the continuity of classical architectural ideas via Behrens’ and Gropius’ common interest in the work of K F Schinkel. Filmed in West Germany.

Series

History of Architecture and Design 1890-1939, Course A305

Language

English

Country

Great Britain

Medium

Video; Videocassette. Standard formats. col. 24 min.

Year of production

1975

Availability

Sale; 1999 sale: £85.00 (+VAT +p&p)

Subjects

Architecture; Design

Keywords

architectural design; Behrens, Peter (1868-1940); buildings; factories; Gropius, Walter (1883-1969)

Credits

Cast

Tim Benton

Production Company

Name

BBC Open University Productions

Distributor

Name

Open University Worldwide

Web

http://www.ouw.co.uk External site opens in new window

Phone

+44 (0) 1908 274066

Address

Walton Hall
Milton Keynes
MK7 6AA

Notes

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