Type: A Visual History of Typefaces
Type: A Visual History of Typefaces offers a thorough overview of typeface design from 1628 to the mid-20th century. Derived from a distinguished Dutch collection, a series of exquisitely designed catalogues trace the evolution of the printed letter via specimens in roman, italic, bold, semibold, narrow, and broad fonts. Borders, ornaments, initial letters, and decorations are also included, along with lithographic examples, letters by sign writers, inscription carvers, and calligraphers.
Author Cees W. de Jong, Alston W. Purvis, Jan Tholenaar
ISBN 9783836565882
Category Typography Books