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