WHALLEY, Joyce Irene and Vera Kaden. The Universal Penman. A Survey of Western Calligraphy from the Roman Period to 1980. London: V & A Museum, 1980, oblong quarto, wrappers. (x), 152pp. First Edition. Catalogue of an exhibition held at the Victoria and Albert Museum, London, July -September, 1980. Extensively illustrated. All facets of the V & A Collection are highlighted with representative pieces of manuscript, engraved and printed calligraphy from the Roman times to the twentieth century. A final section focuses on the history of the Study of Calligraphy and Works specially commissioned for the exhibition. Fine. Price: USD 25.00 other currencies   order no. 20    inquire

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