Armin Hofmann: His Work, Quest And Philosophy - Werk; Erkundung; Lehre

Armin Hofmann: His Work, Quest And Philosophy - Werk; Erkundung; Lehre

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Author: Armin Hofmann

Format: Hardback

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Armin Hofmann: His Work, Quest and Philosophy is a book of Swiss graphic designer, typographer and teacher Armin Hofmann. The book provides an overview of Hofmann's career and his philosophy of design, offering a comprehensive look at his life and work. Divided up into nine chapters which focus on his posters, integration of the arts, murals, minor graphic arts, notes on the language of signs and symbols, and education. Impeccably designed and complete with a laudatio by Paul Rand, a preface by Hans Wichman, a personal tribute by Ken Hiebert, and an essay from Hofmann himself regarding his posters. Published by Birkhauser in 1989. 1st Edition (English and German Edition). Parallel text in English and German. 11 colour plates and 187 black-and-white illustrations. Condition: Excellent. Dust jacket: Very good with some shelf wear. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting.
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NB: This is a secondhand book in very good condition. See our FAQs for more information. Photo is of the actual book - please note wear and tear. A description of our secondhand books is not always available. Please contact us if you have a question about this title.

Author: Armin Hofmann

Format: Hardback

Number of Pages:


Armin Hofmann: His Work, Quest and Philosophy is a book of Swiss graphic designer, typographer and teacher Armin Hofmann. The book provides an overview of Hofmann's career and his philosophy of design, offering a comprehensive look at his life and work. Divided up into nine chapters which focus on his posters, integration of the arts, murals, minor graphic arts, notes on the language of signs and symbols, and education. Impeccably designed and complete with a laudatio by Paul Rand, a preface by Hans Wichman, a personal tribute by Ken Hiebert, and an essay from Hofmann himself regarding his posters. Published by Birkhauser in 1989. 1st Edition (English and German Edition). Parallel text in English and German. 11 colour plates and 187 black-and-white illustrations. Condition: Excellent. Dust jacket: Very good with some shelf wear. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting.