Isbn: 9781334342769 - the modern poster (classic reprint) (3 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the evolution of the book cover as a form of art, tracing its development from the simple brown paper wrappers of the past to the vibrant, illustrated covers of today. The author examines the role of artists such as Cheret and Grasset in establishing the artistic merit of book covers, discussing the influence of the poster on their designs. The book delves into the interplay between art and commerce in the design of book covers, revealing how commercial considerations have both hindered and inspired artistic innovation. Ultimately, this book illuminates the significance of book covers as a reflection of the cultural and artistic values of their time, capturing the essence of the book they adorn. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…