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1. CHRISTOPHER DRESSER
(1834-1904)

An important name, from the history of design, not only as a designer, but also as a philosopher of design. Born in Glasgow and attended the Government School of Design in London, from the age of thirteen. He became one of the most influential designers of the nineteenth century, with his influence extending into the twentieth century.
Christopher Dresser was a prominent writer on the subject of Design. He help to popularise the Japanese style, that was further developed by designers such as Charles Rennie Mackintosh.

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Dresser believed in three important principles, when designing a product:

TRUTH
The use of natural materials, not imitations.

BEAUTY
A design that is perfect, lasting the test of time. A design that will always be aesthetically pleasing and interesting to view.

POWER
Strength, energy, and force, through simplified decoration and ornament, taking a geometrical form, derived from the study of natural forms.

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