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Forty-Eight Posters: Josef Muller-Brockmann, 2004

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This was the inaugural exhibition in the Image Now Gallery, held in the summer of 2004. It presented 48 classic poster works by the legendary Swiss graphic designer. Image Now curated, organised and hosted the exhibition and managed the design and production of all the exhibition materials including the catalogue, opening night invitation and promotional posters.

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  • Format: Book
  • Designer/s: Book design by Image Now
  • Year: 2004
  • Size: 155mm x 220mm

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Forty-Eight Posters: Josef Muller-Brockmann, 2004
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