Willem Sandberg

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Dutch^[1] b. 24 October 1897, Amersfoort, Netherlands^[1,3] d. 8 April 1984, Amsterdam, Netherlands^[1,2] active 1920–1984

Willem Sandberg (1897–1984) was a prominent Dutch typographer, graphic designer, and museum curator. He is widely recognized for his influential role in the development of modern Dutch graphic design and typography. From 1945 to 1962, he served as the director of the Stedelijk Museum in Amsterdam, where he played a key role in shaping its identity and curatorial approach. During World War II, Sandberg was active in the Dutch resistance movement, notably preparing forged documents for those persecuted by the Gestapo. His work often bridged the gap between fine art and commercial design, and his legacy is honored through various awards and institutions named in his memory.^[1,2,4,5]

• Typography
• Graphic Design
• Museum Curation
• Dutch Resistance