Paul Renner (1878 - 1956)
1878-08-09Wernigerode, Germany1956-04-25Hödingen, GermanyGermany
Paul Renner
Paul Renner was a German typeface designer, author, and founder of the Master School for Germany's Printers in Munich. In 1927, he designed the Futura typeface, which became one of the most successful and most-used types of the 20th century.
Date and place of birt: | 9 august 1878, Wernigerode, Germany |
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Date and place of death: | 25 april 1956, Hödingen, Germany |
Nationality: | Germany |
Period of activity: | XIX, XX century |
Specialization: | Artist, Designer, Graphic artist |
Art style: | Expressionism, Modern art |