Zapf, Hermann

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Hermann Zapf was a master of type design, book design, and calligraphy. Born in Nuremberg in 1918, he began working in publishing as a photo-retoucher, and was inspired to be a letter-designer by an exhibition of Rudolph Koch's works. Zapf became one of the most influential type-designers of the 20th century, with many of his designs passing into common use.

From the description of Hermann Zapf papers, 1957-1966. (Pennsylvania State University Libraries). WorldCat record id: 52316252

German graphic artist, calligrapher and designer of typefaces.

From the description of ASUL : logo and related correspondence, 1981-1982. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 122449007

German graphic artist, calligrapher and designer of typefaces. (Creator of the Zapf typeface and the Association of Stanford University Libraries logo.).

From the description of Hermann Zapf papers, 1980-1982. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 754866574

German calligrapher.

From the description of Calligraphy by Hermann Zapf, 1980. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 754866466

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