Johannes Molzahn

Johannes Molzahn was a designer active during the critical period of early 20th-century functional graphics. The documented body of his design work spans the years 1920 to 1925, focusing primarily on commercial identity and corporate documentation.

Molzahn is known for his concise output in the graphic arts, with fifteen specific designs represented in major museum collections. These works demonstrate a practical application of modernist principles to commercial needs, often featuring clear typography and precise geometric arrangement. His projects included documentation and corporate materials for industrial clients. Notable among his designs are multiple variants of the influential Fagus Werk letterhead, created for Karl Benscheidt, alongside commercial documents such as the invoice Carl Petrie, Alfeld/Leine, Kohlenhandlung, Rechnung.

The importance of Molzahn's designs in the history of graphic arts is established by their preservation in institutional collections. His work is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA). For historians and designers interested in early corporate identity, many of the Johannes Molzahn prints are accessible, often available as high-quality prints. These foundational works of graphic design are frequently found within the public domain for scholarly research.