
The Revival of Letterpress and Handmade Type
Shaoqiang Wang(Editor)
Hoaki (Publisher)
2nd Edition
Published on 7. May 2024
Book
Paperback/Softback
240 pages
978-84-19220-77-6 (ISBN)
Description
Letterpress, a Chinese invention from the 10th century consisting in the use of movable types and adopted in the Western Hemisphere about 1440, forever transformed communication and the way and speed at which information is spread, paving the way for the modern press. This book explores the rich history and intricate process of letterpress printing with a curated list of classic movable types arranged in style order, highlighting the beauty and craftsmanship of contemporary typography. A handbook and source of inspiration for type designers, letterpress enthusiasts, design students, and craft lovers alike, it explains the revival of classical letterpress and its widespread use with a modern aesthetics in different forms of art and design such as books, posters, customised stationary, name cards and letterheads, to name a few. Including biographies and exclusive interviews, it also introduces prominent letterpress designers, artists, type foundries, and institutions from around the world, making it a treasure trove for graphic designers, typographers, self-publishing authors, and small presses as well. The future of letterpress promises to be a long and colourful one. Readers are invited to join this fascinating revival and be inspired by the enduring charm of letterpress and handmade type.
More details
Language
English
Place of publication
Barcelona
Spain
Product notice
sewn/stitched
Illustrations
400
Dimensions
Height: 252 mm
Width: 195 mm
Thickness: 20 mm
Weight
774 gr
ISBN-13
978-84-19220-77-6 (9788419220776)
Schweitzer Classification
Other editions
Previous edition

Book
11/2021
1st Edition
Hoaki
€39.95
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Person
Editor
Designer, Designdozent, Herausgeber und Museumsdirektor
Wang Shaoqiang is a professor at the Guangzhou Academy of Fine Arts (China) and Doctoral Supervisor at the College of Arts and Humanities of the Macau University of Science and Technology. He is a prolific editor whose titles focus on design, art and lifestyle. He is also the editor of Design 360° magazine and Asia-Pacific Design yearbook. He has been invited to lecture at numerous universities, design academies and organizations, and he has been a jury member for China's most prestigious design and illustration awards.
Wang Shaoqiang is a professor at the Guangzhou Academy of Fine Arts (China) and Doctoral Supervisor at the College of Arts and Humanities of the Macau University of Science and Technology. He is a prolific editor whose titles focus on design, art and lifestyle. He is also the editor of Design 360° magazine and Asia-Pacific Design yearbook. He has been invited to lecture at numerous universities, design academies and organizations, and he has been a jury member for China's most prestigious design and illustration awards.