Counterpunch Making Type in the 16th Century, Designing Typefaces Now |
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| Author:
| Smeijers, Fred |
| ISBN: | 978-0-907259-06-0 |
| Publication Date: | Feb 1997 |
| Publisher: | Hyphen Press
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| Book Format: | Paperback |
| List Price: | USD $40.00 |
Book Description:
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Explaining the sixteenth-century method of cutting metal type, Counterpunch is illustrated with early type specimens, and detailed photos of punches. Smeijers sees the technique as essential for ensuring regularity, repeatability, and speed of production necessary for rational design.
Explaining the sixteenth-century method of cutting metal type, Counterpunch is illustrated with early type specimens, and detailed photos of punches. Smeijers sees the technique as essential for ensuring regularity, repeatability, and speed of production necessary for rational design.