Wm. H. Page's Specimens of Chromatic Wood Type, Borders, Etc.: A Stunning Sourcebook of Decorative Designs & Colour Typography

By: Page, William H.

Having procured a cult-like following in the
modern field of design, this extraordinary volume is brimming with over
100 intricate typeface examples, all skilfully produced and vibrantly
coloured.

In the world of
typography, few titles hold higher esteem than William H. Page's
Specimens of Chromatic Wood-Type (1874). First
produced in 1874, the book was intended as a catalogue to showcase the
capabilities of Page's world-renowned wood type foundry, William Page
& Company, to sell the pieces of type to other printers. The
elaborate fonts boast up to seven colours, each with labyrinthine
borders and bold outlines.

In this new facsimile
edition, we have taken meticulous steps to preserve the original colour
plates of the iconic volume, ensuring that the charm of Page's
typographical masterpiece remains true to the original, first printed
over 175 years ago. This prolific volume showcases the artistic magic
that lies at the heart of letterpress printing in a rich celebration of a
once-forgotten craft.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1528773004
• ISBN13: 9781528773003
• Release Date: January 1
• Publisher: Old Hand Books
• Length: 106 Pages
• Weight: 1.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 8.5" x 11.0"