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Just Our Type: Discovering Bauhaus Graphic Design

The Aspen Institute via YouTube

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Explore the enduring legacy of Bauhaus graphic design and typography in this illuminating lecture by renowned curator, author and design expert Ellen Lupton. Dive into the iconic Bauhaus style through an examination of rare artifacts including books, course materials, promotional fliers, and other historical documents. Discover the dramatic stories behind lesser-known visionary teachers and students who shaped the movement, including Friedl Dicker, Johannes Itten, Làszlò Moholy-Nagy, and Anni Albers. Trace the profound influence the Bauhaus school has had on modern design and typography principles, and understand why its aesthetic approach and philosophy continue to remain relevant in contemporary design practice. This one-hour presentation from The Aspen Institute offers a comprehensive look at one of the most influential design movements of the 20th century.

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Just Our Type: Discovering Bauhaus Graphic Design

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