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The Revival of Letterpress and Handmade Type
Buch von Shaoqiang Wang
Sprache: Englisch

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Letterpress, a Chinese invention from the 10th century consisting in the use of movable types and adopted in the Western Hemisphere about 1440, forever transformed communication and the way and speed at which information is spread, paving the way for the modern press. This book explores the rich history and intricate process of letterpress printing with a curated list of classic movable types arranged in style order, highlighting the beauty and craftsmanship of contemporary typography. A handbook and source of inspiration for type designers, letterpress enthusiasts, design students, and craft lovers alike, it explains the revival of classical letterpress and its widespread use with a modern aesthetics in different forms of art and design such as books, posters, customised stationary, name cards and letterheads, to name a few. Including biographies and exclusive interviews, it also introduces prominent letterpress designers, artists, type foundries, and institutions from around the world, making it a treasure trove for graphic designers, typographers, self-publishing authors, and small presses as well. The future of letterpress promises to be a long and colourful one. Readers are invited to join this fascinating revival and be inspired by the enduring charm of letterpress and handmade type.
Letterpress, a Chinese invention from the 10th century consisting in the use of movable types and adopted in the Western Hemisphere about 1440, forever transformed communication and the way and speed at which information is spread, paving the way for the modern press. This book explores the rich history and intricate process of letterpress printing with a curated list of classic movable types arranged in style order, highlighting the beauty and craftsmanship of contemporary typography. A handbook and source of inspiration for type designers, letterpress enthusiasts, design students, and craft lovers alike, it explains the revival of classical letterpress and its widespread use with a modern aesthetics in different forms of art and design such as books, posters, customised stationary, name cards and letterheads, to name a few. Including biographies and exclusive interviews, it also introduces prominent letterpress designers, artists, type foundries, and institutions from around the world, making it a treasure trove for graphic designers, typographers, self-publishing authors, and small presses as well. The future of letterpress promises to be a long and colourful one. Readers are invited to join this fascinating revival and be inspired by the enduring charm of letterpress and handmade type.
Über den Autor
Wang Shaoqiang is a professor at the Guangzhou Academy of Fine Arts (China) and Doctoral Supervisor at the College of Arts and Humanities of the Macau University of Science and Technology. He is a prolific editor whose titles focus on design, art and lifestyle. He is also the editor of Design 360° magazine and Asia-Pacific Design yearbook. He has been invited to lecture at numerous universities, design academies and organizations, and he has been a jury member for China's most prestigious design and illustration awards.
Details
Erscheinungsjahr: 2024
Genre: Kunst
Rubrik: Kunst & Musik
Thema: Innenarchitektur & Design
Medium: Buch
Seiten: 240
Inhalt: 240 S.
ISBN-13: 9788419220776
ISBN-10: 8419220779
Sprache: Englisch
Einband: Gebunden
Redaktion: Wang, Shaoqiang
Herausgeber: Shaoqiang Wang
Auflage: 2. Auflage
Hersteller: promopress
HOAKI BOOKS S.L.
Abbildungen: 400
Maße: 252 x 195 x 20 mm
Von/Mit: Shaoqiang Wang
Erscheinungsdatum: 01.05.2024
Gewicht: 0,774 kg
preigu-id: 127381291
Über den Autor
Wang Shaoqiang is a professor at the Guangzhou Academy of Fine Arts (China) and Doctoral Supervisor at the College of Arts and Humanities of the Macau University of Science and Technology. He is a prolific editor whose titles focus on design, art and lifestyle. He is also the editor of Design 360° magazine and Asia-Pacific Design yearbook. He has been invited to lecture at numerous universities, design academies and organizations, and he has been a jury member for China's most prestigious design and illustration awards.
Details
Erscheinungsjahr: 2024
Genre: Kunst
Rubrik: Kunst & Musik
Thema: Innenarchitektur & Design
Medium: Buch
Seiten: 240
Inhalt: 240 S.
ISBN-13: 9788419220776
ISBN-10: 8419220779
Sprache: Englisch
Einband: Gebunden
Redaktion: Wang, Shaoqiang
Herausgeber: Shaoqiang Wang
Auflage: 2. Auflage
Hersteller: promopress
HOAKI BOOKS S.L.
Abbildungen: 400
Maße: 252 x 195 x 20 mm
Von/Mit: Shaoqiang Wang
Erscheinungsdatum: 01.05.2024
Gewicht: 0,774 kg
preigu-id: 127381291
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