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José Mendoza y Almeida

1926 – 2018

French illustrator, graphic designer, and type designer

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About José Mendoza y Almeida

Lived 1926 – 2018 (aged 91). José Mendoza y Almeida was a French type designer, calligrapher, docent and graphic designer.

José Mendoza y Almeida (1926–2018) was a French illustrator, graphic designer and type designer, known for the designs Photina and ITC Mendoza.

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Important facts

Born
14 October 1926, Sèvres
Birth century
20th century
Died
26 March 2018, Sèvres
Occupation
Type designer, calligrapher, docent, graphic designer
Nationality
France
Awards
Knight of the National Order of Merit
Also known as
Jose Mendoza y Almeida

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Frequently asked questions

Who was José Mendoza y Almeida?

French illustrator, graphic designer, and type designer (1926-2018)

When was José Mendoza y Almeida born?

José Mendoza y Almeida was born on 14 October 1926 in Sèvres.

When did José Mendoza y Almeida die?

José Mendoza y Almeida died on 26 March 2018 in Sèvres.

What was José Mendoza y Almeida's occupation?

José Mendoza y Almeida was a type designer, calligrapher, docent and graphic designer.

What nationality was José Mendoza y Almeida?

José Mendoza y Almeida was French.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: José Mendoza y Almeida

· Wikidata: Q3186472

· DBpedia: José Mendoza y Almeida

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