Modern Typography & Layout- Douglas C McMurtrie 1929 signed 1st Edition signed

Douglas C McMurtrie 1929 signed 1. Rare signed copy of 2000 print run.

(July 20, 1888 - September 29, 1944 born in Belmar) was an American Typeface Designer, Graphic Designer, Historian and Bibliographer of printing. During this period McMurtrie designed two type faces and helped design the format of the NEW YORKER magazine. He was instrumental in forming the Continental Type Founders Association, which imported types from Europe, serving as the company's first vice-president. He also imported several faces from Europe on his own, including Cochin & Didot. During 1925/26, he succeeded Frederic Goudy as editor of the prestigious. Many examples of posters, advertisements and book pages, in black, white and red.

Lightly bumped corners, top and bottom of spine. Owner's signature on front free endpaper. Fascinating samples of the typography of the period with discussion of the art and history of modern typography in the context of modern architecture and fine arts. Postal costs cover the cost of post and materials. Where possible all packaging is biodegradable or recyclable.

I cannot be responsible for the package being lost. I will be suitably packed so little chance of damage.

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