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I bought this book a few months ago on ebay. It was published in November 1916 and is number 367 of 550 numbered copies. The author was Fritz Endell.
Is anyone familiar with it?
It has some charming illustration plates of some of the old tavern signs.
I thougt maybe some of you would enjoy seeing some of them.
I believe there is no shame in failure. Rather, the shame lies in the loss of all the things that might have been, but for the fear of failure.
I found a link where I think you can download a digital copy of the book. If you really like it here is one for sale It is a bit pricey, I got mine for $9.00.
I believe there is no shame in failure. Rather, the shame lies in the loss of all the things that might have been, but for the fear of failure.
It is a pretty amazing site isn't it. Run a search on the word "lettering" ....great for anyone interested in font creation.
What search terms have lead you to treasure troves?
I believe there is no shame in failure. Rather, the shame lies in the loss of all the things that might have been, but for the fear of failure.
Nice images Kelly.
I looked at the book and the image of the Cockrel on the first page would look great as a line etched image on glass.
When you come down to Larrys could you get me a copy of that image?
Thanks for sharing Kelly. Great Book!
Dave
I'm pretty fond of that image too, Dave. When you say line etched what do you mean? Etched in a black background or chemically etched or sand etched or scratched out lines from gold with black backup? I'm intrigued...I think all would work splendidly.
He'd make a very nice smaller piece with a decorative border, now wouldn't he.
Maybe I should make a bunch of copies and hand them out and people can take them home to do an 8x10 cockrel project...it would be really an interesting exercise to see the different approaches everyone would take.
I believe there is no shame in failure. Rather, the shame lies in the loss of all the things that might have been, but for the fear of failure.
Have been downloading for hours...Terrific link...
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