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Accessible and easy to use, this handy reference book gives a detailed visual record of the evolution of typefaces over the last century, focusing in particular on developments in the last fifteen years.

One of the most exciting periods in design history took place in the Netherlands between the two World Wars. This volume records the era that brought de Stijl and new typography to the forefront of the design world. Illustrations and discussion demonstrate how developments during this period led to current Dutch graphic design language. Individual designers of the time such as Werkman, Zwart and Schuitema are discussed in terms of their relevance to the rest of the design world. Influences of Dadaism, Futurism and Constructivism are also explored.

Product Description: With its first issue in January of 1918 Wendingen set a new standard in arts publishing. The pioneering journal sought out the newest ideas by the most creative practitioners in all of the visual arts--architecture, graphics, typography, sculpture, ceramics, glass, and theatrical design--and then reproduced them in sumptuous, hand-bound editions of unparalleled beauty...read more (view table of contents, read Amazon.com's description)