"Blade to the Heat," 1994

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Artifact Overview

This poster was created by influential graphic designer, Paula Scher. Her compositions are dynamic, colorful, and playful. Scher famously pushed the boundaries of typography by using text as a form of illustration. In 1994, she formed a 25-year relationship with the New York Public Theatre, designing a new brand identity and poster series--which is among her best-known work.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Poster

Date Made

1994

Creator Notes

Designed in 1994 by Paula Scher. Produced by Public Theater of New York, New York.

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

2024.104.11

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of The Liliane and David M. Stewart Collection, donated to the Stewart Collection by Paula Scher, courtesy of Pentagram.

Material

Paper (Fiber product)

Technique

Offset lithography
Printing (Process)

Color

Multicolored

Dimensions

Height: 44.125 in
Width: 29.125 in