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Hans Hillmann - German Graphic Designer

Nachtzug. Die Kleine Filmkunstreihe 24

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  • Format: Film Programme
  • Designer/s: Hans Hillmann
  • Year: 1962
  • Client/Publisher: Neue Filmkunst. Walter Kirchner, Göttingen
  • Size: 185mm x 230mm
Hans Hillmann studied in 1948 to 1949 at the Schule für Handwerk und Kunst in Kassel. Between 1949 and 1953 he attended the Werkakademie and remained in Kassel, working as a graphic designer until 1956, then moved to Frankfurt. From 1954 to 1974, Hillmann designed over 150 film posters.

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Nachtzug. Die Kleine Filmkunstreihe 24 designed by Hans Hillmann
Nachtzug. Die Kleine Filmkunstreihe 24 designed by Hans Hillmann
Hans Hillmann studied in 1948 to 1949 at the Schule für Handwerk und Kunst in Kassel. Between 1949 and 1953 he attended the Werkakademie and remained in Kassel, working as a graphic designer until 1956, then moved to Frankfurt. From 1954 to 1974, Hillmann designed over 150 film posters.
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