Dona Z. Meilach has brought together over 500 works of nearly 200 artist-craftsmen from 16 countries to illustrate the unprecedented activity in modern ironwork. Delving into the fascinating historical background of ironwork and designs rooted in Art Nouveau and Art Deco styles, this book shows how the modern movement emerged. Definitely a book that should be found in the libraries of every metalworker, art educator, architect, interior designer, ironwares collectors, and craftsperson.