Print Specifics:
  • Type of print: Copperplate (Intaglio) - An original leaf from G. Bickham's Universal Penman, intended to be a practical copy-book for the 'Man of Business.' Bickham's engravings, which contributed to a revival of interest in calligraphy, provide a record of the writing hands, ornamental penmanship and calligraphy in use during the first half of the eighteenth century.
  • Year of printing: 1741
  • Condition: 2 (1. Excellent - 2. Very good - 3. Good - 4. Fair).
    • I received this print in a very bad condition, similar to the ones from the same source, shown in the last photo (These are NOT included in this offer). I had this unique print cleaned in order to save it and prevent further deterioration.
    • Few very light spots within the text portion of the print.
    • Finger smudges mostly in lower right corner.
    • Few minor tears at the edges.
  • Dimensions: 9 x 15 inches  (23 x 38 cm) including blank margins (borders) around the images.
  • Paper weight: 3 (1. Thick - 2. Heavier - 3. Medium heavy - 4. Slightly heavier - 5. Thin)
  • Reverse side: Blank
  • Note:  1. Green color around the print in the photo is a contrasting background on which the print was photographed.

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