Typeface Collection (page 16)

FRANKLIN: TITLE PAGE, 1753. Title page of Supplemental Experiments and Observations on Electricity, Part II. Printed and published by Benjamin Franklin at Philadelphia, 1753

GILBERT: DE MAGNETE, 1600. The magnetizing of iron. A page from William Gilbert s
GILBERT: DE MAGNETE, 1600. The magnetizing of iron. A page from William Gilberts (1540-1603) De Magnete, published in London, 1600

VASCO da GAMA (1469?-1524). Portuguese navigator. Manuscript illumination, 16th century

BARTRAM: TITLE PAGE, 1791. Title page from from William Bartrams Travels Through North & South Carolina, Georgia, East & West Florida, .... 1791

CROCKETT ALMANAC, 1836. Woodcut from The Crockett Almanac, Nashville, 1836

CROCKETT ALMANAC, 1843. Portrait of Davy Crocketts uncle. Woodcut from The Crockett Almanac, Nashville, 1843

CROCKETT ALMANAC, 1852. One of Kit Carsons Men Shooting Vultures in the Rocky Mountains
CROCKETT ALMANAC, 1852. " One of Kit Carsons Men Shooting Vultures in the Rocky Mountains." Woodcut from The Crockett Almanac, Nashville, 1852

CROCKETT ALMANAC, 1843. An Apology. Woodcut from The Crockett Almanac, Nashville
CROCKETT ALMANAC, 1843. " An Apology." Woodcut from The Crockett Almanac, Nashville, 1843

CROCKETT ALMANAC, 1843. Old Kaintuck. Woodcut from The Crockett Almanac, Nashville
CROCKETT ALMANAC, 1843. " Old Kaintuck." Woodcut from The Crockett Almanac, Nashville, 1843

CROCKETT ALMANAC, 1848. Infant Crockett Eating His Breakfast
CROCKETT ALMANAC, 1848. " Infant Crockett Eating His Breakfast." Woodcut from The Crockett Almanac, Nashville, 1848

BERNARD ABBATIA (fl. c1572). French astronomer and astrologer. Woodcut, French, 1572

WILLIAM H. BONNEY (1859-1881). Known as Billy the Kid. American desperado. Cover of An Authentic Life of Billy the Kid, by Sheriff Pat Garrett, 1882

BARTRAM: TITLE PAGE, 1791. Title page of An Account of the Persons, Manners, Customs and Government of the Muscogulges or Creeks, Cherokees, Chactaws, &c

JOHN DONNE (1572-1631). Title page of the first edition of John Donnes Poems, London, England, 1633

LIBERATOR: CRANDALLs AD. Prudence Crandalls advertisement in The Liberator, 1833, announcing the opening of her school in Canterbury, Connecticut

BEETHOVEN: FIDELIO, 1806. Title page of the second edition of Ludwig van Beethoven s
BEETHOVEN: FIDELIO, 1806. Title page of the second edition of Ludwig van Beethovens opera Fidelio, retitled Leonore or the Triumph of Conjugal Love

BEETHOVEN: FIDELIO, 1805. Title page of the first edition of Ludwig van Beethoven s
BEETHOVEN: FIDELIO, 1805. Title page of the first edition of Ludwig van Beethovens opera Fidelio, with a libretto by Joseph Sonnleithner, Vienna, Austria, 1805

BANNEKER ALMANAC, 1795. Woodcut title-page, with the authors portrait, to Benjamin Bannekers " Almanac, " 1795

MARQUIS de CONDORCET (1743-1794). Marie Jean Antoine Nicolas de Caritat, Marquis de Condorcet. French mathematician, philosopher, and revolutionary. Steel engraving, French, 19th century

BEETHOVEN: OPUS, 1827. Title-page of the score for Ludwig van Beethovens Opus 130, String Quartet No. 13 in B-flat Major, composed in 1825 and published posthumously at Vienna in 1827

TYCHO BRAHE: A NEW STAR. Plate from the first edition of Tycho Brahes De Nova...Stella...1572, Copenhagen, 1573, his earliest work announcing the discovery and proof of the existence of a new star

BRAZEN SERPENT. Israelites bitten by fiery serpents are saved when they look upon the brazen image of a serpent, set up on a pole by Moses (Numbers 21: 6-9). Woodcut from the Cologne Bible, 1478-80

KORAH, DATHAN, AND ABIRAM. Aaron and Moses, with representatives of the people (left), watch as the Lord sends an earthquake which swallows the rebels Korah, Dathan

BURIAL OF JACOB. The sons of Jacob burying their father in the cave of Machpelah in the land of Canaan, next to the graves of Abraham, Sarah, Isaac, Rebekah, and Leah (Genesis 50: 1-13)

NATIVITY WOODCUT by Hans Springingklee from Martin Luthers translation of the New Testament, 1524

BIBLE: THE CREATION. Woodcut from Miles Coverdales Bible, 1535, depicting the six days of creation from the Book of Genesis

SPUR MAKER, 1568. A maker of spurs and bits in his workshop. Woodcut, 1568, by Jost Amman

SIEVE MAKER, 1568. Woodcut, 1568, by Jost Amman

NEEDLE MAKER, 1568. Woodcut, 1568, by Jost Amman

TURNER, 1568. A turner, a maker of various wooden items, at work in his workshop. Woodcut, 1568, by Jost Amman

MINTING COINS, 1568. The officer of the mint minting coins. Woodcut, 1568, by Jost Amman

MISER AND USURER, 1568. The money fool, who practices usury and hoards his money. Woodcut, 1568, by Jost Amman

KETTLE DRUMMER, 1568. Woodcut, 1568, by Jost Amman

MUSICAL TRIO, 1568. A lutenist, trombonist, and harpist. Woodcut, 1568, by Jost Amman

ORGANIST, 1568. An organist accompanied by a string musician. Woodcut, 1568, by Jost Amman

LUTE MAKER, 1568. Woodcut, 1568, by Jost Amman

PIN MAKERS, 1568. The manufacture of pins out of brass wire. Woodcut, 1568, by Jost Amman

WIREDRAWER, 1568. A wiredrawer manufacturing copper and brass wire in his workshop. Woodcut, 1568, by Jost Amman

SINGERS, 1568. A group of singers rehearsing a piece from a courtly text. Woodcut, 1568, by Jost Amman

SEA CAPTAIN, 1568. Woodcut, 1568, by Jost Amman

COOPER, 1568. Woodcut, 1568, by Jost Amman

WAGONWRIGHT, 1568. The wagonwright, a maker of wheels, wagons, carts, carriages and plows. Woodcut, 1568, by Jost Amman

CARPENTERS, 1568. Woodcut, 1568, by Jost Amman

BRICKMAKER, 1568. Woodcut, 1568, by Jost Amman

STONEMASONS, 1568. Woodcut, 1568, by Jost Amman

SADDLER, 1568. Woodcut, 1568, by Jost Amman

TOOLMAKERs SHOP, 1568. Woodcut, 1568, by Jost Amman

SCALE MAKER, 1568. Woodcut, 1568, by Jost Amman

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"Typeface: A Journey Through Time and Design" Step into the world of typography as we explore the captivating history behind various typefaces. From iconic magazine covers like Ms. Magazine's groundbreaking first issue in 1972 to political posters challenging societal norms, typefaces have played a pivotal role in shaping our visual culture. Take a glimpse at the Labour Party poster from 1910, boldly confronting the House of Lords' rejection of the Peoples Budget. The power of typography is evident as it clears the way for change and progress. Travel back to 1879 with an exquisite wood engraving showcasing the development of Eddystone Lighthouse in the English Channel. Even through intricate strokes, typefaces communicate safety and guidance amidst treacherous waters. The vibrant circus poster from the roaring 1920s transports us to a time when bold fonts dazzled audiences, enticing them to experience thrilling spectacles under big tops. Typography becomes an art form that captures attention and ignites curiosity. Intriguingly, even menus hold stories within their carefully crafted letters. Titanic's ill-fated voyage is immortalized through its third-class passenger menu from April 14th, 1912 – a haunting reminder of tragedy intertwined with elegance. Witness how Swansons revolutionized mealtime with their TV dinner packaging resembling television sets in 1954. Typeface merges with innovation to create an unforgettable consumer experience. During World War II, Coca-Cola employed powerful typographic imagery on advertisements promoting peace amidst chaos – reminding us that words can heal wounds and unite nations during times of strife. Delve into Native American history as Chitimacha tribes participate in a peace pipe ceremony depicted in an enchanting copper engraving from French artist Antoine Simon Le Page du Pratz dating back to 1718. Typeface preserves cultural heritage across generations. Discover Betsy McCall's fashionable paper doll dresses showcased in McCalls magazine's September 1952 issue. Typeface breathes life into fashion, transforming mere paper into wearable art.