Superb portfolio of decorative typography for sign painters and decorative artisans, featuring a complete set of colourful lettering models. This album presents a broad range of styles - shaded, embellished, italic, American and medieval-inspired letters - perfectly illustrating graphic trends from the late 19th to early 20th century. Its perspective compositions and dimensional effects demonstrate the genuine technical skill required for painted signs and decorative work. Both instructional and visually striking, it is emblematic of the decorative trades associated with commercial signage.
✦ Provenance: France, Librairie de la Construction Moderne, Aulanier & Cie, Paris ✦ Estimated period: Circa 1885 ✦ Dimensions: 48 x 33.5 cm ✦ Condition: Good working-studio condition. Wear to the cover, marks and foxing; interior well preserved and complete with its 30 colour plates plus title plate.
A particularly sought-after set for the richness of its models, ideal for wall display or an antique typography collection.
