The Thames and Hudson Dictionary of Graphic Design and

The Thames and Hudson Dictionary of Graphic Design and Designers (World of Art)

From pre-industrial printing presses and medieval typography to computer graphics and avant-garde stylistic developments, a wealth of entries elucidate technical terms and detail movements, media, advertising, corporate identity, posters, packaging, and magazine and book design, placing graphic design in the wider context of the history of fine art and illustration. The personalities, motivations and achievements of all the most innovative figures in the field are fully outlined, including the leading exponents of contemporary graphic design. The illustrations give a stunning visual record, while the text incorporates extensive cross-referencing, full bibliography and a chronological chart outlining the relationship between movements, technology and designers. 445 illus., 59 in color
Country USA
Manufacturer Thames & Hudson
Binding Paperback
UnitCount 1
EANs 9780500202593
ReleaseDate 0000-00-00

The Thames and Hudson Dictionary of Graphic Design and Designers (World of Art)