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Graphis Annual 1954|55

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International annual of advertising graphics

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  • Format Book
  • Designer/s Hans Schleger/Zero
  • Year 1954
  • Client/Publisher Graphis Inc
  • Size 240mm x 300mm
Hans Schleger/Zero
Hans Schleger signed his work as Zéró. He studied in Berlin and for five years worked as freelance designer the United States. He later set up his own studio in London. He was commissioned by The Council of Industrial Design to design the symbol for their Design Centre in the Haymarket, London. As well as a desiner, he was a visiting lecturer to the Chelsea Polytechnic, the Central School of Arts and Crafts, the Royal College of Art, all in London, and the Regional College of Art, Manchester. Explore related designers including Tom Eckersley and Abram Games. See also British Modernism, British graphic design history, and 1940s graphic design history.
Hans Schleger signed his work as Zéró. He studied in Berlin and for five years worked as freelance designer the United States. He later set up his own studio in London. He was commissioned by The Council of Industrial Design to design the symbol for their Design Centre in the Haymarket, London. As well as a desiner, he was a visiting lecturer to the Chelsea Polytechnic, the Central School of Arts and Crafts, the Royal College of Art, all in London, and the Regional College of Art, Manchester. Explore related designers including Abram Games and Tom Eckersley. See also British Modernism and 1940s graphic design history.
Graphis Annual
Graphis Annual was a book compiling posters, ads, and design work from the magazine and featuring designers from around the world.

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Graphis Annual 1954|55. Cover design by Hans Schleger/Zero
Graphis Annual 1954|55. Cover design by Hans Schleger/Zero
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