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Brandt (Marianne)

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Brandt studied at the Weimar School of Applied Arts, where she was one of the first women to enter the metal program. She became a talented student of László Moholy-Nagy, an influential teacher of the Bauhaus art movement. Under his tutelage, Brandt developed a unique and innovative style that combined functionality and aesthetics. In 1924, Marianne Brandt became a member of the legendary Bauhaus metal workshop. She worked closely with other eminent designers such as Marcel Breuer and Wilhelm Wagenfeld. Her creativity and sense of experimentation led her to explore a variety of materials and techniques, including metal, glass and fabric. Brandt is best known for her creations in lighting and household accessories. She designed revolutionary lamps, such as the famous Kandem lamp, which has become emblematic of modern design. Her objects were both functional and aesthetically appealing, incorporating simple geometric shapes and clean lines. In addition to her work in industrial design, Marianne Brandt was also a photographer. Her experimental, avant-garde photographs helped to document and promote the work of the Bauhaus. After the Bauhaus closed in 1933 due to political pressure, Brandt continued to work as an independent designer. She designed products for various companies and also taught design. However, recognition of her work was largely eclipsed for decades. It wasn't until the 1970s that Marianne Brandt's importance to design was fully recognized. Her works are now exhibited in museums around the world and are considered emblematic examples of twentieth-century design. Marianne Brandt died on June 18, 1983, leaving behind her a lasting legacy as a pioneer of modern design and an influential figure in the Bauhaus movement.