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E. McKnight Kauffer: An Artist in Design

by James King

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AlbakiReads Editorial A full-career study of a twentieth-century designer

A full-career study of a twentieth-century designer

James King surveys Edward McKnight Kauffer’s working life across the first half of the twentieth century, placing the designer’s well-known poster work alongside his contributions to publishing, interiors, and theatre. The book traces a practice that extended from book jackets and illustration to carpets, textiles, costume, and set design, framing Kauffer as a figure whose work moved between commercial art and multiple design disciplines. By treating these areas together, the study offers a broader account of his career in both England and the United States rather than isolating him as a poster artist alone.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • Readers interested in twentieth-century graphic design and poster history
  • Students and researchers of book design, illustration, and commercial art
  • Those interested in theatre design, textiles, and interdisciplinary design practice

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Graphic design historyPoster artBook design and illustrationTheatre designTwentieth-century Anglo-American design

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Book Overview American-born Edward McKnight Kauffer (1890-1954)-known as the 'Poster King'- is recognized as one of the most important designers to hav...

American-born Edward McKnight Kauffer (1890-1954)-known as the 'Poster King'- is recognized as one of the most important designers to have worked in England and the United States in the first half of the twentieth century. This book, which critically surveys Kauffer's entire career, deals with his acclaimed posters but also emphasizes other aspects of his career as a designer: book jackets, book illustrations, carpets, textiles, and theatre costumes and sets. An Artist in Design is the first detailed study of Kauffer's complete working life and provides a thorough and balanced assessment of its significance.

Book Details Format: Hardcover | Pages: 276 | Language: English | Publisher: PETER LANG INC INTL ACADEMIC P | ISBN: 303435150X
FormatHardcover
Pages276
LanguageEnglish
ISBN303435150X
EAN9783034351508
PublisherPETER LANG INC INTL ACADEMIC P
Publication Date2024-11-29
Edition1
AccessoriesNo Accessory
ConditionNew
Product TypeHARD COVER BOOKS
Weight1.24 Pounds
Length9.0 Inches
Width6.0 Inches
Height0.69 Inches
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