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Brian Cook's Landscapes of Britain Brian Cook

Brian Cook's Landscapes of Britain By Brian Cook

Brian Cook's Landscapes of Britain by Brian Cook


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Summary

The illustrations of Brian Cook from the 1930s, 1940s and 1950s have become iconic. His heightened use of colour, in a flat colour poster style, is much imitated, but never surpassed. His jacket covers for the Batsford series of books that celebrated British life are now very collectable.

Brian Cook's Landscapes of Britain Summary

Brian Cook's Landscapes of Britain: a guide to Britain in beautiful book illustration by Brian Cook

The illustrations of Brian Cook from the 1930s, 1940s and 1950s have become iconic. His heightened use of colour, in a flat colour poster style, is much imitated, but never surpassed. His jacket covers for the Batsford series of books that celebrated British life are now very collectable. This collection of his best work is a beautiful publication that should be enjoyed not only by collectors but all lovers of good design and illustration.

Brian Cook describes his working processes, the then new printing process that allowed him to pioneer his characteristic bold colours, and the design principles and practical methods of his craft. A stunning book for designers.

About Brian Cook

Brian Cook (1910-1991) was the nephew of Harry Batsford, chairman of the Batsford family publishing firm from 1917 to 1952. He himself became chairman of the company in 1952. His design work, almost exclusively for Batsford, was pioneering and timeless.

Additional information

GOR005337604
9781906388782
1906388784
Brian Cook's Landscapes of Britain: a guide to Britain in beautiful book illustration by Brian Cook
Used - Very Good
Hardback
Pavilion Books
20100719
128
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Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.
This is a used book - there is no escaping the fact it has been read by someone else and it will show signs of wear and previous use. Overall we expect it to be in very good condition, but if you are not entirely satisfied please get in touch with us

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