| Author |
Jones, Owen, 1809-1874 |
| LoC No. |
12015439
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| Title |
One Thousand and One Initial Letters
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| Alternate Title |
1001 illuminated initial letters
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| Credits |
Produced by Chris Curnow, Joseph Cooper and the Online
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| Summary |
"One Thousand and One Initial Letters" by Owen Jones is an artistic publication created in the mid-19th century. This book showcases a collection of beautifully designed and illuminated initial letters, reflecting the Victorian era's interest in ornamental design and typography. As an example of decorative art, it likely serves as a source of inspiration for artists, designers, and anyone interested in the aesthetic principles of letterforms. The content of the book features a series of illustrated letters from A to Z, each accompanied by unique artwork that highlights the creativity and craftsmanship involved in their design. These illustrations serve not only as an artistic exploration of initial letters but also provide insight into typography and the importance of visual communication in written language. Through its intricate designs, the book invites readers to appreciate the beauty of letters and their potential to enhance the written word. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
NK: Fine Arts: Decorative and Applied Arts, Decoration and Ornament
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| Subject |
Alphabets
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| Subject |
Illumination of books and manuscripts
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| Subject |
Initials
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| Subject |
Decoration and ornament -- Victorian style
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
22427 |
| Release Date |
Aug 29, 2007 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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