Stationery Fever

Dive into the world of nostalgic craftsmanship with this stunning hardback book that redefines everyday stationery as collectible art. Designed for lovers of unique office supplies, Stationery Fever showcases the intersection of retro elegance and modern utility, highlighting an array of beautifully photographed items including vintage pens, artisanal notebooks, and classic greeting cards. Each section of this engaging 208-page volume offers insights into the curated collections of specialty stores across the globe, making it perfect for stationery enthusiasts and collectors alike. Discover the artistry behind letterpress printing, the charm of typewriters, and the timeless appeal of ink pens, which elevate mundane tasks into expressive creativity. Organized seamlessly like your favorite stationery store, the book navigates through essential categories such as school supplies and office essentials, revealing hidden gems and captivating histories. With practical tips on sharpening pencils and the evolution of postcards, this elegantly designed resource transforms the way you view stationery. Whether you’re enhancing your home office or searching for the ideal gift for a fellow artsy friend, this book is a celebration of bespoke stationery that inspires creativity and appreciation for the tangible wonders of the written word. Perfect for decorating your workspace or as a cherished item on your bookshelf, Stationery Fever is a must-have for anyone passionate about the artistry of the written word and the beauty of fine stationery.

Publisher: Prestel Publishing
Bind: hardback
Dimensions: 210 x 270 mm
Pages: 208
Publication Date: 03-10-2016

This beautifully designed book shows how the seemingly mundane objects that populate desks and cubicles everywhere are now being re-imagined as collector’s items. And as today’s trendsetting artists and designers are increasingly returning to non-digital techniques and methods, letterpress stationery, typewriters, and ink pens have developed the cache of vintage fashion and cars. Stationery Fever showcases the plethora of retro and fine office goods being produced and sold around the world. Organized like your favorite stationery store—pencils, pens, notebooks, erasers, greeting cards, school supplies, etc.—it features exquisitely photographed objects that transcend the decades since laptops took over most of our office needs. Each chapter highlights distinct objects and features a store that specializes in that category. Along the way, readers will learn the history of the lined notebook, the proper way to sharpen a pencil, and the story of how postcards came to be. Whether you’re stuffing a college backpack or decorating your home office, this book will appeal to lovers of lo-fi and bespoke objects alike.