The Gaslight style is a name for a particular Victorian graphic design style. In this style there is a great interest in creating the illusion of depth. Design elements are made to seem multi-layered with the use of shadows, imposition, dimensional banners and ribbons. Little detailed ornaments are used in the artworks, as well as typography.
The Gaslight style has been used for labels, packaging, signage and business stationary. The name seems to have evolved from the optical illusions created by streetlights on storefront signage. This would cause a shadow which resulted in a 3D look.
Check out this awesome design style below!
These images are all from Dick Sheaff’s website www.sheaff-ephemera.com, he has got a collection of Gaslight Style images in this album.
Ben den Hartog
Ben den Hartog, contributor, was born on the 19th of September, 1989 and lives in the Netherlands.
Ben completed his education in Desktop Publisher Allrounder at the Grafisch Lyceum Rotterdam and now works at a printing company.
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