High Times

Description

The beautiful concertina book folds out to a stunning 136 cm panorama detailing the history of flight and aviation from the legendary attempts of Icarus, to the revolutionary innovations of the Jet Age, to sustainability in 21st century and beyond! Whilst the book itself can be read, displayed or framed, the new wraparound cover adds an educational element to the series, with entries for each panel of the concertina detailing the notable benchmarks in the history and mythology of aviation.

Golden Cosmos was set up in 2010 as a collborative moniker for German artistic couple Daniel Doltz and Doris Freigofas. Their deep knowledge of traditional printmaking techniques and experiences in self publishing that have won them widespread critical acclaim in illustration circles made them the perfect choice for our trademark concertina series. Their bold use of colour and adeptness for shape and form recall the bold patterns and geometry of early Russian constructivism, with a nod to mid century French commercial art. Whilst the book itself can be read, displayed or framed, the new wraparound cover allows us at Nobrow to add an educational element to the series, with entries for each panel of the concertina detailing the notable benchmarks in the history and mythology of aviation.

Selected to be on the Bologna Children's Fair 2013 Shortlist "A beautifully produced concertina book that folds out into a 139cm panorama detailing the history and mythology of flight, has provided endless inspiration for questions and stories from all three of my children." -Telegraph "We liked the bold stylish retro look of the fold-out book, which pays homage to the bold patterns and geometry of early Russian constructivism, along with a nod to mid-century French commercial art. Another fantastic edition by the talented Nobrow clan." -Easy Voyage "High Times is an exquisitely designed and printed concertina book which folds out to a spectacular 4.5 foot panorama... It is a fantastic education tool as well as a dazzling work of art that can be enjoyed and savored by the entire family." -ArtDaily.org