In a fascinating article for the Design Observer Group, Steven Heller shares some beautiful book jackets from the Weimar Republic: a veritable outpouring of artistry backed by young liberals pushing the boundaries of acceptability to look for art wholly original. Perhaps something Mendelsund owes debts to, as do other book designers.
Weimar’s Book Jacket Renaissance
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