1928 Print Old English Typography Graphic Design Style Decorative Alphabet XDG4 XEL8 New York built on 1832

New York built on 1832

based on Madison Avenue in New York City

This is an original 1928 French print ad for RR

including overcoats and suits

1928 Print Old English Typography Graphic Design Style Decorative Alphabet XDG4 XEL8 New York built on 1832This is an original 1928 black and white relief line block print of a simplified version of the Old English typeface. The images in this collection are examples of typeface and fonts commonly used by sign painters during the 1920s. The finish of choice was usually lacquer which is a fast drying solvent based paint or varnish that produces an especially hard and durable finish on top of the sign. CONDITION This 83+ year old Item is rated Very Fine +.