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First Proof of a set of Sans Serif Capitals, 1927

 File — Box: Gill art 16
Identifier: CEG1532

Scope and Contents

“First proof of a set of sans serif capitals designed by Eric Gill from matrices cut by the Lanston Monotype Corporation in five sizes MCMXXVII.” From Gill’s own collection with an ms correction in the text and some lettering by him (in pencil) on front wrapper. Unique state of this important typographical work.

Dates

  • Creation: 1927

Access to Collection

Collection is open for research; access requires at least 24 hours advance notice.

Extent

From the Item: 56 boxes

Language of Materials

From the Item: English

Physical Description

10 1/8 x 13”

Repository Details

Part of the William Andrews Clark Memorial Library Repository

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