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Wojciech Zamecznik

1923-01-13 – 1967-05-12

Portrait of Wojciech Zamecznik
Wojciech Zamecznik, polski artysta plastykCredit: nieznany/unknown

Life & Legacy

Wojciech Zamecznik (13 January 1923 in Warsaw – 12 May 1967 in Warsaw) was a Polish graphic artist, architect, photographer and interior designer.
Zamecznik's most notable works are movie and socio-political posters. He created his own, ascetic poster style which was derived from traditional forms of constructivism and Bauhaus. He was also an author of book graphics and magazine designs. He designed also some remarkable record covers for the label Polskie Nagrania Muza
He was the cousin of Stanisław Zamecznik, graphic artist, poster artist, scenographer and architect.

Occupation & Career

photographer, graphic designer, architect, designer, graphic artist, artist

Accomplishments, Inventions & Publications

Gold Cross of Merit‎; Medal of the 10th Anniversary of People's Poland

Legacy Highlights

Honors & Awards

Gold Cross of Merit‎ · Medal of the 10th Anniversary of People's Poland

Employer

Biuro Odbudowy Stolicy

Organizations & Memberships

Alliance Graphique Internationale · Association of Polish Artists and Designers · Fédération Internationale de l'Art Photographique

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Sources & Provenance

  1. Wikidata population candidate Q8029161 — wikidata View source

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