Type. a Visual History of Typefaces & Graphic Styles

by Alston W. Purvis and Jan Tholenaar

This comprehensive collection 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 traces 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...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 3836565889
• ISBN13: 9783836565882
• Release Date: July 2017
• Publisher: Taschen
• Length: 720 Pages
• Weight: 0.09 lbs.
• Dimensions: 2.0" x 10.4" x 12.7"