History of Garamond

Communication Design Fundamentals-Project 3

Typeface: Garamond

Designer: Claude Garamond

Year Designed: 16th century

Purpose of its Form:

Some of the most widely used and influential typefaces in history are those created by the 16th century type designer Claude Garamond. His roman types are arguably the best conceived typefaces ever designed, displaying a superb balance of elegance and practicality. In spite of the their historical significance, the genuine Garamond faces have only been properly identified in the last 40 years. Until that point, a set of typefaces created in the century after Claude Garamond lived were erroneously thought to be “Garamond.” These 17th century copies served as the model for many of the modern Garamonds. And while many versions of Garamond exist today, most are generations removed from the original design.

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