Borders, Frames and Decorative Motifs from the 1862 Derriey Typographic Catalog

Borders, Frames and Decorative Motifs from the 1862 Derriey Typographic CatalogIn the mid 19th century, typefounders plied their trade with an extraordinary exuberance, creating a new and dazzling range of typefaces and ornamentation that in sheer versatility, ornate beauty, and sumptuousness remain unsurpassed. Today, as never before, their work is sought by artists, designers, and craftspeople for its elegance, expressiveness, and ability to command attention. This unique volume contains the work of one of the most celebrated

Imbued with a sense of grace and spontaneity

weather signs

In addition to detailing the work of tailors

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This modestly priced volume offers a rich compilation of the influential artist's graphic works

revives in a slightly modified form the essentials of the projective geometry of real binary forms

this literary and nature classic was created by a Londoner with a passion for rustic life

Bridges and tunnels

and the Communist Manifesto (1848)

robber baron

while dozens of royal outfits feature her stunning coronation gown designed by Norman Hartnell as well as other fabulous couture that have made her a fashion icon admired worldwide

Ruth Stiles Gannett