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850 Calligraphic Ornaments for Designers and Craftsmen (Dover Pictorial Archive),Used
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Blending the old and the new . . . the elegance of eighteenthcentury pen flourishing, replete with elaborate swirls and curlicues, and the precision of modern graphic design, boasting clean lines free of feathering, blotting, and other irregularities . . . in this spirit, artist Kiyoshi Takahashi offers this collection of 850 original calligraphic ornaments.Created in response to the recurring needs of his own design studio, Mr. Takahashi's expertly drawn, topquality ornaments include delicate calligraphic swirls, scrolls, frames, borders, cartouches, and other design elements suitable to any number of commercial and crafts uses. They lend decorative flair to menus, posters, bookplates, stationery, honorary scrolls, and certificates, and are ideal for enclosing, enhancing, or drawing attention to advertising copy or any other graphic message. Two pages of examples show just how well these ornaments can embellish modern typography. And, best of all, Mr. Takahashi's ornaments are readily usable and completely copyright free.Commercial artists, graphic designers, illustrators, craftspeople, and calligraphers will appreciate this collection of 850 precisely rendered modern ornaments recalling the graceful pen flourishing of the eighteenth century.
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- Q: What is included in the collection of 850 Calligraphic Ornaments? A: The collection features 850 original calligraphic ornaments, including swirls, scrolls, frames, borders, and cartouches, all designed for various commercial and craft applications.
- Q: Who is the author of '850 Calligraphic Ornaments for Designers and Craftsmen'? A: The author is Kiyoshi Takahashi, who created these ornaments based on the needs of his own design studio.
- Q: What are the dimensions and format of the book? A: The book is a paperback with a total of 176 pages.
- Q: Are the calligraphic ornaments copyright-free? A: Yes, the ornaments are completely copyright free, making them readily usable for various projects.
- Q: What types of projects can I use these ornaments for? A: These ornaments are suitable for menus, posters, bookplates, stationery, honorary scrolls, certificates, and more, enhancing any graphic message.
- Q: When was '850 Calligraphic Ornaments for Designers and Craftsmen' published? A: The book was published on November 30, 2011.
- Q: What design style do the calligraphic ornaments represent? A: The ornaments blend the elegance of eighteenth-century pen flourishing with modern graphic design, featuring clean lines and precise detailing.
- Q: Is this collection suitable for beginners in calligraphy or design? A: Yes, the collection is ideal for both beginners and experienced designers, as it provides versatile elements for various skill levels.
- Q: Can I find examples of how to use these ornaments in the book? A: Yes, the book includes two pages of examples demonstrating how the ornaments can enhance modern typography.
- Q: What condition is the book in if I purchase it? A: The item is listed as 'Very Good' condition, indicating it has been well cared for.