This volume accompanies the classic 1000 Chairs and presents an extraordinary selection of over 1000 light sources. In chronological order, it showcases the most important electric lights of the 20th century – from the dreamy Tiffany lamps and extravagant design pieces of the late 1960s and 1970s to the latest LED technology. The 640-page book takes into account all the key styles – such as Art Nouveau, Art Deco, the beginning of modernism, post-war art, pop, postmodernism, and contemporary art. An essential collector's item for design enthusiasts.