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John Carter calligraphic letters

 Collection
Identifier: Wing-Modern-MS-Cart

Abstract

Letters, postcards and related materials collected as examples of the handwriting of calligraphers among John Carter's friends, including Sydney Cockerell, Alfred Fairbank, E.A. Lowe, Francis Meynell, Paul Standard, Janet Stone, Irene Wellington, Aubrey West. Also included are a few letters by historical figures, i.e. May Morris, A.J.A. Symons, and C.J. Turner.

Dates

  • 1946-1971

Creator

Biographical / Historical

Author and calligrapher, major exponent of the revival of italic handwriting in Britain in the period after World War II.

Extent

0.4 Linear Feet (1 box)

Language of Materials

English