I'm going to fast forward a bit, skipping some more of the typography history, and getting to more of the most famous design pieces in history. It mostly all started during the Industrial Revolution between 1765 and 1900. This was a time where people were really pushing the limits. The first type of design we came across was Victorian. It was named after Queen Victoria and the idea was that wherever the eye fell, it would see beauty.
The next style was Ukiyo-e design style and it came about because restrictions from communicating with the rest of the world were finally removed. This style used images on flat areas of color and pattern illustrated sensual erotic, theatrical, and natural themes. Text was often added into the design by being stamped, block printed, or hand-calligraphed in.
The Arts and Crafts movement came next in 1875 when William Morris of England found designs to be impersonal and low quality because of the mechanization of the industrial revolution. Morris decided to go back to doing everything by hand again. He wanted people to value quality in a product and that is why he began the Arts and Crafts movement.
The next movement came from the mixed ideas of both Ukiyo-e design and Arts and Crafts design. Art Noveau was developed by designers who appreciated the individuality of artwork and the decorative style. Art Noveau showed the beautiful side of anything.
The movements discussed are some of the most influential eras that still affect design today. Many designers look back and are inspired by Art Noveau or Ukiyo-e designs and that will continue for many decades to come.
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