The Enduring Legacy of Alexey Brodovitch (1994)
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Overview
This 1994 Cooper Union catalog accompanied two concurrent exhibitions on Alexey Brodovitch—one focused on his design teaching ("Brodovitch... the Human Equation") and another on his photographic influence ("Astonish Me: the Impact of Alexey Brodovitch"). It is a concise, later-era reference for collectors and researchers, often produced as a staple- or perfect-bound booklet.
Edition notes
- Publisher / year: Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art, 1994.
- Format: most copies are softcover; some are staple-bound exhibition booklets.
- Length: concise exhibition companion; page count varies slightly by printing batch.
- Language: primarily English; verify if any bilingual inserts are present.
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Condition notes
- Cover wear: check corners and spine for rubbing or creases; laminate lift is common on glossy covers.
- Binding: verify staples or perfect binding are intact; some copies show stress at the spine fold.
- Marks: prefer copies without library stamps or heavy highlighting; many were distributed in academic contexts.
- Inserts: if a fold-out or plate is mentioned, confirm presence and condition.
FAQ
Is this a long catalog?
It is concise compared to full monographs; it serves as a focused exhibition companion.
Does it cover both design and photography?
Yes—it aligns with the two Cooper Union shows, addressing both strands of Brodovitch’s work.
Are there multiple editions?
Only the 1994 printing is typical; price differences hinge on condition and completeness.