On it he covers design questions large and small, from his fascination with rebar to the history of slot ... and it set the standard template for what a newsstand magazine looks like today.

And yet, print magazine covers are everywhere online, and more relevant than ever. It’s a testament to the enduring influence of certain legacy media outlets and their talented art directors.

History was in the air that week ... exhibition isn’t how much it makes visible (most of the magazines are included face-up, as covers, not as browsable objects) but the way it packs three ...