Johnston & Gill

Johnston & Gill

Very British Types

By Mark Ovenden

£35.00

Publication Date: 11th November 2016

  • The first in-depth exploration of the development of Johnston and Gill Sans and the impact of both typefaces on Britain's visual language
  • Commemorates the centenary of the creation of Johnston for London Underground in 1916, and the 90th anniversary of the creation of Gill Sans in 1926
Edward Johnston (1872–1944) and Eric Gill (1882–1940) were originators of two of the world's most enduring typefaces. Johnston still stands as London's primary 'wayfinding' lettering, while Gill Sans is the type of choice within many public and private organisations across the UK today. This book celebrates their significant contribution to Britain's visual culture.

Tracing the story of each typeface from inception to the present day, Mark Ovenden skilfully draws together a complex joint history that incorporates Edward Johnston's and Eric Gill's friendship and occasional collaborati... Read More
Format: Hardcover

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  • The first in-depth exploration of the development of Johnston and Gill Sans and the impact of both typefaces on Britain's visual language
  • Commemorates the centenary of the creation of Johnston for London Underground in 1916, and the 90th anniversary of the creation of Gill Sans in 1926
Edward Johnston (1872–1944) and Eric Gill (1882–1940) were originators of two of the world's most enduring typefaces. Johnston still stands as London's primary 'wayfinding' lettering, while Gill Sans is the type of choice within many public and private organisations across the UK today. This book celebrates their significant contribution to Britain's visual culture.

Tracing the story of each typeface from inception to the present day, Mark Ovenden skilfully draws together a complex joint history that incorporates Edward Johnston's and Eric Gill's friendship and occasional collaborati... Read More
Description
Edward Johnston (1872–1944) and Eric Gill (1882–1940) were originators of two of the world's most enduring typefaces. Johnston still stands as London's primary 'wayfinding' lettering, while Gill Sans is the type of choice within many public and private organisations across the UK today. This book celebrates their significant contribution to Britain's visual culture.

Tracing the story of each typeface from inception to the present day, Mark Ovenden skilfully draws together a complex joint history that incorporates Edward Johnston's and Eric Gill's friendship and occasional collaboration, the myriad of revisions to both typeface designs, and the enduring appeal of the two typefaces over the last century among a range of clients, most notably the London Underground (Johnston) and the BBC (Gill Sans). Including rarely seen imagery, this fascinating book is must for all typography, design and cultural history enthusiasts.
Details
  • Pages: 200
  • Publisher: Lund Humphries Publishers Ltd
  • Publication Date: 11th November 2016
  • Trim Size: 195 x 250 mm
  • Illustration Note: Includes 115 colour and 35 b&w illustrations
  • ISBN: 9781848221765
Author Bio
Mark Ovenden is an author and broadcaster who specialises in the subjects of graphic design, cartography and architecture in public transport. He is the author of Metro Maps of the World (2003), Paris Metro Style in Map and Station Design (2008), Railway Maps of the World (2011), London Underground by Design (2013) and Transit Maps of the World (2015).
Table of Contents
Foreword; Part I Introduction to Sans Serifs; Part II Chapter 1 1872-1914: An Unlikely Meeting of Minds; Chapter 2: Pick Commissions a New Face for London; Chapter 3 1916-1925; Chapter 4 1926-1932: Broadway and Broad Brushstrokes; Chapter 5 1933-1945: Of Machines, Morison and Monotype Men; Chapter 6 1946-1979: Totems and Tokens; Chapter 7 1980-present: New Johnston and Gill Nova; Acknowledgements; Picture Credits; Bibliography; Index
Edward Johnston (1872–1944) and Eric Gill (1882–1940) were originators of two of the world's most enduring typefaces. Johnston still stands as London's primary 'wayfinding' lettering, while Gill Sans is the type of choice within many public and private organisations across the UK today. This book celebrates their significant contribution to Britain's visual culture.

Tracing the story of each typeface from inception to the present day, Mark Ovenden skilfully draws together a complex joint history that incorporates Edward Johnston's and Eric Gill's friendship and occasional collaboration, the myriad of revisions to both typeface designs, and the enduring appeal of the two typefaces over the last century among a range of clients, most notably the London Underground (Johnston) and the BBC (Gill Sans). Including rarely seen imagery, this fascinating book is must for all typography, design and cultural history enthusiasts.
  • Pages: 200
  • Publisher: Lund Humphries Publishers Ltd
  • Publication Date: 11th November 2016
  • Trim Size: 195 x 250 mm
  • Illustrations Note: Includes 115 colour and 35 b&w illustrations
  • ISBN: 9781848221765
Mark Ovenden is an author and broadcaster who specialises in the subjects of graphic design, cartography and architecture in public transport. He is the author of Metro Maps of the World (2003), Paris Metro Style in Map and Station Design (2008), Railway Maps of the World (2011), London Underground by Design (2013) and Transit Maps of the World (2015).
Foreword; Part I Introduction to Sans Serifs; Part II Chapter 1 1872-1914: An Unlikely Meeting of Minds; Chapter 2: Pick Commissions a New Face for London; Chapter 3 1916-1925; Chapter 4 1926-1932: Broadway and Broad Brushstrokes; Chapter 5 1933-1945: Of Machines, Morison and Monotype Men; Chapter 6 1946-1979: Totems and Tokens; Chapter 7 1980-present: New Johnston and Gill Nova; Acknowledgements; Picture Credits; Bibliography; Index

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