In short, this book provides a glimpse into a cutting-edge movement that experimented with concepts of flatness, abstraction, and reduction—tools that are oft-used in the modern design toolbox—and, as such, offers many lessons and inspiration for our practice today.

- Hope Meng, BLAG

Including a complete English translation of all its texts, without doubt this publication will become a standard reference on Die Fläche. It is a magnificent achievement, destined to be enjoyed as an object of pleasure and a delight to the reader.

- Jeremey Aynsley, author of Pioneers of Modern Graphic Design: A Complete History, Graphic Design in Germany: 1890-1945

It is a valuable compilation and rare testimony of the Vienna Secession’s creative glory and lasting importance. It is an artifact itself, essential for designers, academics, artists and art enthusiasts.

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