This edition had all images removed.
Title:
The Book of Ornamental Alphabets, Ancient and Medieval, from the Eighth Century
With Numerals, including Gothic; Church Text, Large and
Small; German Arabesque; Initials for Illumination,
Monograms, Crosses, &c.
Note: Reading ease score: 47.4 (College-level). Difficult to read.
Credits:
Produced by Irma Spehar and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http:
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produced from images generously made available by The
Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
Summary: "The Book of Ornamental Alphabets, Ancient and Medieval, from the Eighth Century" by F. Delamotte is a reference work produced in the early 20th century. The book serves as a comprehensive collection of ornamental alphabets and numerals, stemming from various historical sources, and is aimed at artists and craftsmen such as architectural and engineering draughtsmen, masons, and decorative painters. It explores visual styles from the eighth century through the sixteenth century, encapsulating the evolution of typography and decorative lettering in ancient and medieval times. This work meticulously catalogs a variety of ornamental alphabets, showcasing examples from prestigious institutions like the British Museum and various manuscripts. Each section is organized chronologically, providing insights into different styles, such as Gothic, Arabesque, and illuminated initials alongside numerals. The illustrations are tailored for practical use, making it an invaluable resource for those involved in design and decoration, whether for scholarly pursuits or practical applications in their respective crafts. The overall theme emphasizes the richness and diversity of letterforms across centuries and cultural contexts. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Delamotte, F. (Freeman), 1814-1862
EBook No.: 23450
Published: Nov 11, 2007
Downloads: 208
Language: English
Subject: Alphabets
Subject: Decoration and ornament
LoCC: Fine Arts: Decorative and Applied Arts, Decoration and Ornament
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title:
The Book of Ornamental Alphabets, Ancient and Medieval, from the Eighth Century
With Numerals, including Gothic; Church Text, Large and
Small; German Arabesque; Initials for Illumination,
Monograms, Crosses, &c.
Note: Reading ease score: 47.4 (College-level). Difficult to read.
Credits:
Produced by Irma Spehar and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http:
//www.pgdp.net
(This file was
produced from images generously made available by The
Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
Summary: "The Book of Ornamental Alphabets, Ancient and Medieval, from the Eighth Century" by F. Delamotte is a reference work produced in the early 20th century. The book serves as a comprehensive collection of ornamental alphabets and numerals, stemming from various historical sources, and is aimed at artists and craftsmen such as architectural and engineering draughtsmen, masons, and decorative painters. It explores visual styles from the eighth century through the sixteenth century, encapsulating the evolution of typography and decorative lettering in ancient and medieval times. This work meticulously catalogs a variety of ornamental alphabets, showcasing examples from prestigious institutions like the British Museum and various manuscripts. Each section is organized chronologically, providing insights into different styles, such as Gothic, Arabesque, and illuminated initials alongside numerals. The illustrations are tailored for practical use, making it an invaluable resource for those involved in design and decoration, whether for scholarly pursuits or practical applications in their respective crafts. The overall theme emphasizes the richness and diversity of letterforms across centuries and cultural contexts. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Delamotte, F. (Freeman), 1814-1862
EBook No.: 23450
Published: Nov 11, 2007
Downloads: 208
Language: English
Subject: Alphabets
Subject: Decoration and ornament
LoCC: Fine Arts: Decorative and Applied Arts, Decoration and Ornament
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.