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Meet the Typographer (Meet the Printmakers)

$40.00

Author/s: Gaby Bazin

Format: Hardcover

Publication Date: March 25, 2025

Enter the workshop, meet the typographer, and discover the world of letterpress printing.

A companion to the beloved title Meet the Lithographer, Meet the Typographer showcases the fascinating evolution and technique of letterpress printing in colorful and engaging illustrations. Armed with little characters made of lead, a typographer reveals the secrets of his craft and its history, from Gutenberg to the present. Gaby Bazin takes readers into the studio, unveiling the enchanting world of movable type.

Following the mission of the children’s imprint at David Zwirner Books, this publication illuminates yet another creative role in the art industry, offering a distinct perspective on the printed medium and the fine art of typography.

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