John Hassall: The Life and Art of the Poster King (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781913491239)

A biography of British commercial illustrator John Hassall, "The Poster King," with one hundred color illustrations

In the early twentieth century, John Hassall (1868-1948) was one of Britain's best-known, highest-profile artists. Though he worked across a variety of disciplines, it was his commercial art for travel companies, political causes, and well-known brands that made him a household name. With bold lines, flat colors, and an engaging, cheery style, Hassall created some of the most famous and influential designs of the era.

A century after his heyday, Lucinda Gosling presents an exploration of John Hassall's life, his art, and his legacy. Including photographs of his family and studio, the story behind his iconic "Jolly Fisherman" poster, and previously unpublished material from Hassall's archive at the University of Essex--including artwork, sketches, letters, diaries, and photographs--this is an unprecedented account of the artist's life and work.

Author: Lucinda Gosling
ISBN-10: 1913491234
ISBN-13: 9781913491239
Publisher: Unicorn Publishing Group
Language: English
Published: 07/28/2021
Pages: 208
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 2.55lbs
Size: 7.50h x 9.50w x 1.00d

Review Citation(s):
Choice 08/01/2022