This immediately usable archive of decorative initials contains over 800 different, ornately rendered designs. Assembled by veteran typographer Dan X. Solo, the letters display an astonishing diversity and inventiveness. There are over 40 different versions of the letter "A," for example: bordered by cherubs, in a tableau with a dog and a rabbit, amid frolicking satyrs, set against stylized abstract backgrounds, framing a woman's face, laced with flowers and vines, and in many other clever and attractive representations. The other letters of the alphabet enjoy similar treatment. A wonderfully effective way to draw attention to ads, announcements, bulletins — almost any message — this superb treasury will be welcomed by anyone looking for ways to add pictorial pizzazz to the printed word.
Now the classic beauty of Scandinavian design has transformed the needlework monogram. This stunning collection of charted decorative initials by a noted Danish needlework designer presents a complete alphabet embellished with delicate flowers and charming birds. Instructions.
More than two thousand decorative letters, many grouped in complete alphabets, range from medieval illuminated styles to modern type designs, with a large portion devoted to the Renaissance
Rich compendium of decorative capitals from British humor magazine. Historic calligraphy; topical, literary, political allusions; animals, plants, more by Tenniel, Leech, Doyle, other masters.