Gerd Arntz
Modernist artist, co-creator of Isotype
Born
December 11th, 1900
124 years ago
Died
1988
37 years ago — 88 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Germany
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An artist associated with the modernist movement, contributed significantly to visual communication through the development of the Isotype (International System of Typographic Picture Education). The Isotype aimed to present information visually, utilizing simple and clear symbols to convey complex ideas. This system became influential in various fields, including education, sociology, and design. Arntz's work was characterized by bold graphics and a commitment to clarity, reflecting the ideals of the modernist aesthetic during the early to mid-20th century. Collaborated with other artists and thinkers to promote the use of visual language in presenting statistical data and social information.
Co-created the Isotype system
Developed iconic visual symbols
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