AGI: Graphic Design since 1950 - Hardcover

'The authors' deft control of the editorial rudder makes it an enjoyable, informative tome in which to get lost ... a massive, authoritative tome' - Blueprint

The AGI - the Alliance Graphique Internationale - unites the world's leading graphic designers and artists in an professional club of common interest and achievement. Since its inception in 1951, its members have been responsible for the identity design of most of the world's top corporations and institutions as well as for countless examples of globally known packaging, publications, illustration and posters. This book presents biographies of every AGI member to date - about 600 - illustrated by examples of their work, as well as a history of the AGI and its landmark achievements.

Table of Contents

Introduction · 1951–59, with the work of c.100 members · 1960–69, with the work of c. 80 members · 1970–79, with the work of c. 105 members · 1980–89, with the work of c.85 members · 1990–present day, with the work of c. 235 members