Mackellar, Smiths & Jordan
Subtitle: typographic tastemakers of the late nineteenth century
By: Doug Clouse.
Edition: 1st ed.
Publisher: Oak Knoll Press
Published: 2008
Place of publication: New Castle, DE
Language: eng
Number of pages: 176
ISBN-13: 9781584562320
Subjects: Mackellar, Smiths & Jordan -- History; Mackellar, Smiths & Jordan Co. -- History; Type and type-founding -- United States -- History -- 19th century
Description: "Illustrated historical account of Philadelphia-based MacKellar, Smiths & Jordan, the largest and longest-operating American type foundry of the nineteenth century. Explores leaders, employees, factory, business practices, and design of their typefaces. Appendices include chronology and patented typefaces and ornaments"--Provided by publisher.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.