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Art, Design, Culture: The History of Penguin by Design – Coming to Beijing, Hangzhou and Seoul

Posted: August 26th, 2012 | No Comments »

Without question the single most beautiful creations ever – classic Penguin covers – are coming to China.

Art, Design, Culture: The History of Penguin By Design, a landmark exhibition first displayed at the Victoria and Albert Museum in London, is coming to Asia for the first time, visiting Beijing, Hangzhou and Seoul.

Featuring hundreds of original and rare book jackets and artwork, the exhibition is a celebration of British history, design, literature and culture. This exhibition charts not only the changes in tastes of readers, but chronicles a history of international designs. Work by the world’s top graphic, fashion and design talents will be featured, as well as author events, designer talks, children’s sessions and much more.

“Art, Design, Culture: The History of Penguin by Design” will feature in the ongoing UK Now cultural festival.
The Temple Hotel, Beijing
23 Songzhusi, Shatan Beijie, Dongcheng, Beijing 100009 东景缘 北京市东城区沙滩北街嵩祝寺23号.100009
Contact: 13716314717
Start: 1 September 2012
End: 13 September 2012
12 – 9pm Daily, 12 – 10pm on Thursdays
Free Entrance
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