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Open a larger version of the following image in a popup: William Cheney, Big Type Book: Types in the Cases of William M. Cheney, 1961

William Cheney

Big Type Book: Types in the Cases of William M. Cheney, 1961
1 1/2 x 1 1/8 in.
3.8 x 2.9 cm.
Los Angeles: Dawson's Book Shop
One of 100 copies, signed by Cheney.
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$ 275.00
William Cheney, Big Type Book: Types in the Cases of William M. Cheney, 1961
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39pp. From an edition of 139 copies, this is one of approximately 100 signed by the printer, William Cheney. This specimen book of typefaces used in miniature bookmaking contains numerous...
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39pp. From an edition of 139 copies, this is one of approximately 100 signed by the printer, William Cheney. This specimen book of typefaces used in miniature bookmaking contains numerous samples, including a two-page spread showing a red initial "J" in the Georgian face. Fine in black leather boards with gilt stamping to cover and spine. (Bradbury p. 60). (1 1/2 by 1 3/16; 40x30mm).
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