PROUD SOUTH CRAFT

PROUD SOUTH CRAFT, curated by Lidewij Edelkoort and Lili Tedde, is the second volume in a series that celebrates the creative forces of the new global South, bringing together a dynamic group of emerging and established creatives from around the globe. Thirty-four chapters dedicated to the revival of craftsmanship, reflecting society's desire for authenticity and tactility, and embodying our urgent need to affirm the power of humans over machines and artificial intelligence. Through the expressive lens of contemporary craft, embraced as a tool for transformation, this book highlights furniture, art, lighting, textiles, ceramics, woodwork, basketry, stonework, glass and more. With over 400 pages of stunning images, this extensive compendium is also a captivating visual experience, designed by Mariola Lopez Mariño.

Introduction Marco Sammicheli, Director of Museo del Design Italiano, Triennale Milano Speakers include Lidewij Edelkoort, curator of the book