By Christine Roussel.
This is the definitive guide to the amazing art collection of this iconic New York City landmark. From the beginning John D. Rockefeller incorporated art into his plans for the Rockefeller Center, commissioning pieces meant to inspire the viewer with idealism, work ethics and religion. Over 100 major works embellish the 22 acre complex, and this describes the center's 14 buildings, halls and plazas, the art works and the artists who designed and made them. Includes detail photos of the projects, descriptions of the cultural context, historic work in progress photos and shots of the artist and crew in their workshops. Informative and comprehensive this includes pieces by Diego Rivera (the famous fresco which was destroyed), Carl Milles, Isamu Noguchi, Paul Manship, Gaston Lachaise and more.
