Ornament and Initial: Beauty of Graphic Design, 17th-20th Century

Posted byMaria Papaefstathiou
January 10, 2014
in Posted in Design / Book Design / Typography

This enthusiastic selection of typographic fonts and styles, from 17th to early 20th century in Europe, traces the modern evolution of the printed letter, reproducing pages from exquisitely designed catalogs and books showing type. Also included are borders, ornaments, initial letters and decorations, and many magnificent examples. This will be a valuable reference book for graphic designers and students studying design, and will be a completed edition of typography in Medieval and Modern European history.

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Product Details
Paperback: 320 pages
Publisher: PIE Books (November 15, 2013)
Language: English and Japanese
ISBN-10: 4756242847
ISBN-13: 978-4756242846
Product Dimensions: 10.4 x 7.5 x 1.4 inches

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Maria Papaefstathiou

Maria Papaefstathiou is a Greek visual designer, poster artist and editor based in Athens, with over 30 years of experience in graphic design. She is the founder and editor of Graphic Art News, an international platform showcasing inspiring work in graphic design, typography, illustration and visual arts since 2010. Her creative work explores socially engaged poster design and portraiture, celebrating cultural figures from Greece, Jamaica and beyond. In 2011, she co-founded the International Reggae Poster Contest with Jamaican creative activist Michael “Freestylee” Thompson, connecting designers worldwide through art, music and social awareness.