Typography Tuesday
This untitled pamphlet was a Christmas keepsake from Tony and Patsy Appleton printed in an edition of 100 copies in 1984 at their Old School Press, which at the time was in Buckland Dinham, England. Our copy has a signed presentation to "Abe & Kit." A printed message to recipients at the beginning of the pamphlet describes the contents and the reason for printing the keepsake:
I have recently acquired a Chiswick Press type specimen book showing the incomparable collection of initial letters, head & tailpieces, and borders & ornaments. Most of them were engraved by Mary Byfield, and a number were designed by Charlotte and Elizabeth Whittingham. This book may be the sole survivor of a small number made up for internal use in the press composing room. . . . I may possibly issue a facsimile of this 142 leaf specimen. In the meantime, here is an advance tasting for friends this Christmas. . . .
Our copy is another gift from our friend Jerry Buff.
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