Description
1969 reprint edition. Dust jacket has some wear, tears and a corner of the dust jacket is missing. Hardcover is in good condition. Pages are clean and binding is secure.
This well-preserved reprint edition of Harold F. Hutchison’s seminal work, “The Poster: An Illustrated History from 1860,” offers a comprehensive exploration of the poster as a dynamic art form. Published in 1969, this volume captures the essence of a golden age in poster design, when the medium flourished as a means of mass communication and artistic expression.
Hutchison, a renowned scholar and collector, meticulously traces the evolution of the poster from its humble beginnings as a utilitarian tool for advertisements and announcements to its eventual recognition as a legitimate art form. With a wealth of captivating illustrations and insightful commentary, he unveils the diverse styles, techniques, and cultural influences that shaped the poster’s development across various movements and eras.
From the iconic works of Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec and Alphonse Mucha, which epitomized the Art Nouveau movement, to the bold and innovative designs of the Constructivists and Bauhaus pioneers, this book offers a comprehensive survey of the poster’s rich and varied history. It serves as an invaluable resource for art enthusiasts, collectors, and anyone fascinated by the interplay between visual culture, design, and social commentary.
