Ce est ung tractat de la noble art de leguille ascavoir ouvraiges de spaigne... page 8 (recto) 1527 - 1540
willemvosterman
themetropolitanmuseumofart
drawing, ornament, print, typography
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italian-renaissance
This page from the book "Ce est ung tractat de la noble art de leguille ascavoir ouvraiges de spaigne..." printed between 1527 and 1540, displays a printed alphabet in a clear, sans-serif font. The page features a simple design with the letters arranged in three rows, with a decorative flourish beneath. The work exemplifies the craftsmanship of the printing industry in the 16th century, showcasing the meticulous attention to detail and elegant design that characterized the period. It is currently part of the collection at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York.
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