Title:
Then is now : sampling from the past for today's graphics, a handbook for contemporary design
Author:
Cullen, Cheryl Dangel.
ISBN:
9781564967664
Personal Author:
Publication Information:
Gloucester, Mass. : Rockport, 2001.
Physical Description:
192 pages : color illustrations ; 29 cm
Contents:
100 Years of Kodak: A Closer Look -- Ch. 1. the Early Nineteen Hundreds -- Art Movements of the 20th Century: A Closer Look -- Ch. 2. the Twenties -- The History of Flight: A Closer Look -- Ch. 3. the Thirties -- The History of NBC: A Closer Look -- Ch. 4. the Forties -- Ch. 5. the Fifties -- Classic Animation and Pop Icon: A Closer Look -- Ch. 6. the Sixties -- Graphic Treatment of Mid-Century Collectibles: A Closer Look -- Ch. 7. the Seventies -- 100 Years of Good Housekeeping: A Closer Look -- Ch. 8. the Eighties and Nineties.
Abstract:
"History continues to repeat itself, and often the trends in modern design that seem so current and new are drawn directly from years gone by; a tribute to good design being able to stand the test of time. This unique volume examines how design elements - themes, styles, graphics, colors and icons from different decades of the 20th century - have influenced, and play a part in, contemporary design." "Each section of this visually informative book looks at a specific era from the past 100 years, examines and illustrates the icons and design influences of the decade, and looks at these elements as they are used in the work of today's top designers and design firms." "Each project featured in this book examines the design concept, inspiration, and purpose of each designer, discussing what special effects they are trying to achieve, with an eye toward historical accuracy."--Jacket.
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