The Book of Ornamental Alphabets, Ancient & Modern (1860) — Digital Download

Victorian ornamental alphabets, as an instant download.

The Book of Ornamental Alphabets, Ancient & Modern (1860) by Freeman Delamotte is a Victorian treasure of decorated letterforms — ancient and modern ornamental alphabets that remain prime source material for sign ornament and decorative lettering. One of the great 19th-century pattern books.

Details:

• Complete 1860 edition scan — 116 pages
• Victorian ornamental alphabets, ancient and modern
• Source material for sign ornament
• Two files included: the original scan, cleaned of dust, stray marks, and handwritten notes, and a cleaned white-background edition that's easy on the eyes and the printer
• PDF format, instant download after purchase — no physical book ships