Walter Gropius Collection

Bauhaus House, Dessau, 1926. Creator: Anonymous
Bauhaus House, Dessau, 1926. Private Collection

Bauhaus Dessau architecture in vintage magazine style VIII
Rosana Laiz Blursbyai

Bauhaus Dessau architecture in vintage magazine style VII
Rosana Laiz Blursbyai

Walter Gropius (1883-1969), Early 1920s. Creator: Held, Louis (1851-1927)
Walter Gropius (1883-1969), Early 1920s. Private Collection

Staircase, Masters House. Restored paintwork. The Bauhaus building, Dessau, Germany, 2018. Designed by Walter Gropius, 1925-26

Masters House. The Bauhaus building, Dessau, Germany, 2018. Artist: Alan John Ainsworth
Masters House. The Bauhaus building, Dessau, Germany, 2018. Designed by Walter Gropius, 1925-26

Staircase. The Bauhaus building, Dessau, Germany, 2018. Artist: Alan John Ainsworth
Staircase. The Bauhaus building, Dessau, Germany, 2018. Designed by Walter Gropius, 1925-26

Balconies. The Bauhaus building, Dessau, Germany, 2018. Artist: Alan John Ainsworth
Balconies. The Bauhaus building, Dessau, Germany, 2018. Designed by Walter Gropius, 1925-26

Main staircase. The Bauhaus building, Dessau, Germany, 2018. Artist: Alan John Ainsworth
Main staircase. The Bauhaus building, Dessau, Germany, 2018. Designed by Walter Gropius, 1925-26

Door fixtures, assembly hall, The Bauhaus building, Dessau, Germany, 2018. Artist
Door fixtures, assembly hall, The Bauhaus building, Dessau, Germany, 2018. Designed by Walter Gropius, 1925-26

Entrance to assembly hall. Bauhaus building, Dessau, Germany, 2018. Artist: Alan John Ainsworth
Entrance to assembly hall and lighting. The Bauhaus building, Dessau, Germany, 2018. Designed by Walter Gropius, 1925-26

The Bauhaus building, Dessau, Germany, 2018. Artist: Alan John Ainsworth
The Bauhaus building, Dessau, Germany, 2018. Designed by Walter Gropius, 1925-26

Walter Gropius, German architect, c1915. Gropius (1883-1969) was the founder of the Bauhaus school and is regarded as one of the fathers of modern architecture. From a private collection

Alma Mahler, Austrian socialite and composer, c1908. Alma Schindler (1879-1964) was the wife, successively, of the composer Gustav Mahler, architect Walter Gropius, and novelist Franz Werfel

Alma Schindler, Austrian socialite and composer, c1900. Alma Schindler (1879-1964) was the wife, successively, of the composer Gustav Mahler, architect Walter Gropius, and novelist Franz Werfel

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Exterior of the Bauhaus school of applied at Dessau, designed by architect Walter Gropius in 1926. (Photo by General Photographic Agency/Getty Images)

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"Walter Gropius: Pioneering Architect of the Bauhaus Movement" Step back in time and immerse yourself in the captivating world of Walter Gropius, a visionary architect who left an indelible mark on 20th-century design. From his groundbreaking work at the iconic Bauhaus Dessau to his innovative approach to architecture, Gropius revolutionized the way we perceive space and form. In these vintage magazine-style snapshots, we catch glimpses of Gropius' genius. In VIII, we see the striking lines and geometric shapes that defined Bauhaus Dessau's architecture. The clean simplicity of VII showcases Gropius' commitment to functionalism, where every element serves a purpose. IV transports us to another era with its monochrome palette and bold typography - a testament to Gropius' ability to merge artistry with practicality. III captures the essence of Bauhaus Dessau's spirit through its harmonious blend of form and function. VI takes us inside one of Gropius' masterpieces - a staircase adorned with restored paintwork that speaks volumes about his attention to detail. The Masters House beckons us with its timeless elegance in Germany's architectural gem, Dessau. The lens then focuses on V, revealing another stunning staircase within this architectural marvel. Its sleek lines mirror Gropius' forward-thinking philosophy as he pushed boundaries and challenged conventions. I transports us back in time as we glimpse into Walter Gropius himself - captured by Louis Held during the early 1920s. This portrait encapsulates his passion for innovation and dedication to pushing artistic boundaries. Finally, our journey concludes with two modern-day photographs showcasing how these architectural wonders have stood the test of time. Alan John Ainsworth beautifully captures both Staircase and Masters House, reminding us that even decades later, their allure remains intact, more than just an architect; he was a visionary who shaped the very foundations of modern design.