Gudrun Zapf von Hesse Special Edition
Works by Gudrun Zapf von Hesse, Introduction by Professor Hans A. Halbey
- Page Count: 224
- Size: 8 x 11
- Format: Case bound in yellow ochre cloth, stamped in gold and presented in a yellow ochre cloth slipcase.
- Publication Date: January 2002
- Price: 215.00
- ISBN: 0-9715687-1-5
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This book is the first major retrospective publication illustrating the work of Gudrun Zapf von Hesse?n important German lettering artist, type designer and bookbinder. This 224-page limited editon of 80 copies features 150 color plates, with a beautiful hand binding and slipcase, together with six letterpress sheets designed by the artist. It is a visual essay of her accomplishments in bindings, handwritten books, typefaces, lettering and typography, drawings, and other art works.
An introduction prepared by the noted Professor Hans A. Halbey reviews her lifework.
More than 150 full color plates.
