Superb educational plate from a house painter's portfolio, featuring an alphabet in "monster" letters treated in perspective. Each letter is constructed in volume with a very pronounced depth effect, simulating an almost sculptural relief. This type of model was used by artisans to design spectacular signs that were legible from afar, typical of Belle Époque shopfronts.
✦ Provenance: France, house painter's portfolio, E.A. Ducompex ✦ Estimated era: Circa 1900 ✦ Dimensions: Approximately 45 x 31 cm ✦ Material: Thick paper, color lithograph ✦ Condition: Traces of use, minor dirt and slight foxing, overall well-preserved with a very decorative visual appeal
Powerful graphic model for lovers of antique lettering, perfect for wall decoration or a graphic arts collection.
