Since the invention of
sans serif typefaces over a century ago, many new stylistic forms have
already emerged. In the following pages, we will attempt to explain
the formal transformations
which took place and provide a framework for
understanding the development of this new form of type.
Just as an example,
Fig. 1
Such fortification of line endings has given rise to ever changing STYLES of decoration for ages, attributing to the cross a UNIQUE symbolism each time (see Fig. 2).
let’s have a look at a cross – as not to be influenced by the accustomed appearance of a letter.
A cross without line endings
is primarily perceived as an abstract symbol with two converging lines in the middle. The length of the lines is undefined, the lines appear to be able to continue on forever. However, as soon as the lines are given graphic boundaries, the symbol is suddenly perceived as complete ENTITY (see Fig. 1).
Fig. 2