PENMANSHIP Thoughts on Business Reputation

Description: Print Specifics: Type of print: Copperplate (Intaglio) - An original leaf from G. Bickham's Universal Penman, intended to be a practical copy-book for the 'Man of Business.' Bickham's engravings, which contributed to a revival of interest in calligraphy, provide a record of the writing hands, ornamental penmanship and calligraphy in use during the first half of the eighteenth century. This is how the work was originally advertised: The Universal Penman; Or, the Art of Writing, made useful to the Gentleman and Scholar, as well as the Man of Business. Exemplified in all the useful and ornamental Branches of Modern Penmanship. Written with the friendly assistance of several of the most eminent Masters, and engraved by Geo. Bickham. The whole embellished with beautiful decorations for the amusement of the Curious. London: Printed for, and Sold by the Author, at the Crown in James Street, Bunhill Fields. 1741. Year of printing: 1741 Condition: 1-2 (1. Excellent - 2. Very good - 3. Good - 4. Fair). Condition commensurate with the age of print. Please examine the photos for the extent of the imperfectionsDimensions: 9 x 15 inches (23 x 38 cm) including blank margins (borders) around the images.Paper weight: 3 (1. Thick - 2. Heavier - 3. Medium heavy - 4. Slightly heavier - 5. Thin)Reverse side: BlankNote: 1. Green color around the print in the photo is a contrasting background on which the print was photographed. Martin2001 Satisfaction Guaranteed Policy! Any print purchased from me may be returned for any (or no) reason for a full refund including all postage. Internet seller since 1998.Five-star service.

Price: 23.8 USD

Location: Manassas, Virginia

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