Basic Art Series: Mies Van Der Rohe

TASCHEN has been running the Basic Art Series since 1985 with a passion for art and architecture. This volume includes the works of Mies van der Rohe, the master of minimalism. He is one of the most influential architects of the 20th century and had the ability to create pure forms and proportions that made his buildings particularly puristic. His extreme simplicity was also criticized at the time, as his works were monotonous and created a dull cityscape. Today he is admired for his style and this book bears witness with a presentation of over 20 of his buildings.