International Calligraphy Today
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear with damage
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
A landmark showcase of the world's most breathtaking written art, International Calligraphy Today presents 195 outstanding examples of calligraphic artistry drawn from 21 nations, offering an unparalleled panoramic view of a craft that bridges culture, history, and human expression. With a foreword by the legendary typeface designer Hermann Zapf and an introduction by Philip Grushon and Jeanyne Wong, this authoritative volume chronicles the extraordinary diversity of contemporary calligraphy—from bold Western scripts to delicate Eastern brushwork—illustrating how the art of beautiful writing transcends linguistic and geographic boundaries. More than a mere catalogue of stunning imagery, this collection argues passionately for calligraphy's rightful place at the intersection of fine art and graphic design, demonstrating how master practitioners from across the globe push the boundaries of letterform into pure visual poetry. Each page uncovers a rich dialogue between tradition and innovation, between the ancient discipline of the scribe and the modern sensibility of the visual artist. For collectors, designers, typographers, and anyone captivated by the power of the written mark, this volume remains an essential and inspiring reference—proof that the most enduring human art form is also its most intimate.
Author: Hermann Zapf, Philip Grushon, Jeanyee Wong
Format: Hardback
Genre: The arts
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear with damage
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
A landmark showcase of the world's most breathtaking written art, International Calligraphy Today presents 195 outstanding examples of calligraphic artistry drawn from 21 nations, offering an unparalleled panoramic view of a craft that bridges culture, history, and human expression. With a foreword by the legendary typeface designer Hermann Zapf and an introduction by Philip Grushon and Jeanyne Wong, this authoritative volume chronicles the extraordinary diversity of contemporary calligraphy—from bold Western scripts to delicate Eastern brushwork—illustrating how the art of beautiful writing transcends linguistic and geographic boundaries. More than a mere catalogue of stunning imagery, this collection argues passionately for calligraphy's rightful place at the intersection of fine art and graphic design, demonstrating how master practitioners from across the globe push the boundaries of letterform into pure visual poetry. Each page uncovers a rich dialogue between tradition and innovation, between the ancient discipline of the scribe and the modern sensibility of the visual artist. For collectors, designers, typographers, and anyone captivated by the power of the written mark, this volume remains an essential and inspiring reference—proof that the most enduring human art form is also its most intimate.