The Universal Penman

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"Very welcome . . . magnificent." — Graphis "A valuable addition for art directors." — Advertising Age This complete edition is one of the most renowned and useful resources in commercial art. Compiled by George Bickham in the 1740s, it features the best works of 24 leading calligraphers of his time. Originally published in 52 parts over eight years, obtaining a full set was challenging then, and today, most surviving 18th-century copies are incomplete. This Dover edition includes every plate Bickham engraved, reproduced from originals so clear that they surpass many 18th-century versions. The book contains over 210 full-page plates filled with stunning material, including: - More than 125 pictorial scenes, such as drinking scenes, family gatherings, and duels. - Over 200 script pictures featuring heads, cherubs, griffins, and more. - 19 complete styles of handwriting, including Old English and florid scripts. - 275 lettered specimens adorned with flourishes and swirls. - Over 100 decorative panels, frames, and cartouches. - Nearly 950 lettered specimens with thousands of words available for reproduction. Items can be used without permission or credit (up to ten per use). Calligraphers regard Bickham as the premier source for English round-handwriting, while commercial artists and designers appreciate its antiquity and quality. Craftspeople find it a treasure trove of ideas, and art historians value it as