"Blade to the Heat," 1994
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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.
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
Poster
Date Made
1994
Creators
Public Theatre (Organization : New York, N.Y. : Second Avenue)
Place of Creation
United States, New York, New York
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
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