The world encyclopedia of calligraphy : the ultimate compendium on the art of fine writing : history, craft, technique / compiled and edited by Christopher Calderhead and Holly Cohen.

This is a comprehensive, one-of-a-kind resource that looks at the sophisticated beauty of calligraphy from around the world. It features 55 living scripts, with visual examples and an overview of origins, traditions & unique characteristics.

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Main Author: Calderhead, Christopher
Other Authors: Cohen, Holly
Language:English
Published: New York, NY : Sterling, [2011], ©2011.
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Physical Description:xi, 308 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 27 cm
Format: Book

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