Frank H Atkinson (59 results)

Paperback. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Condition: very_good. Book has little sign of wear or use.

Condition: New. Brand New.

Condition: very_good.

Condition: New.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

paperback. Condition: Good. Missing CD.

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Condition: New. In English.

Hardcover. Condition: Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Fine. 1st Edition. 1st edition, 1st printing ; 57 pages : illustrations (some color), portraits (some color) ; 19 cm. ; ISBN: 0517142546; 9780517142547 ; LC: PR5812; Dewey: 828 ; OCLC: 35247516 ; green boards in color photographic dustjacket ; quotes from contemporaries and Oscar Wilde's own writings frame a surprisingly detailed portrait of the man for the small canvas painted upon ; contemporary art from the period, many by Wilde's associates, make this a must-have item in a Wilde collection. The colored cover photograph of Wilde in a slouch hat is worth the price of the book. ; FINE/FINE. Book. …

Condition: New. In English.

Paperback. Condition: Brand New. reissue edition. 121 pages. 9.00x9.00x0.50 inches. In Stock.

With CD. Square octavo, softbound (slick, full-color illustrated stiff wrappers), 121 pp. Fine. From lower cover: This versatile volume contains the essential typographical elements for creating ads with a nostalgic flair. Drawn from a pair of sign-painting manuals that were originally published early in the twentieth century, this compilation abounds in borders, frames, typography, and a host of other images, all ideal for re-creating authentic styles from the 1890s to the 1920s. Plates from the two source books depict the color and black-and-white images in their original usage, and a CD-ROM includes JPEG files of all the images. From Note: This exquisite collection of commercial signs, images, and fonts are from two rare, early-twentieth century sources that were used as a reference for sign painters and lithographers. This valuable resource includes of 1,400 eye-catching signs and design elements -- including 25 different fonts and over 100 full-color images! Ranging from elegant and delicate to big and bold, these timeless images will inspire artists, craftspeople, or anybody who wants to add a classic vintage accent to their work. The "Images" folder on the CD contains two folders. All of the high-resolution JPEG files have been placed in one folder and all of the Internet-ready JPEG images can be found in the other folder. Every image has a unique file name in the following formatte: xxx.JPG. The first 3 digits of the file name, before the period, correspond to the number printed under the image in the book. The last 3 letters of the file name "JPG," refer to the file format. Also included on the CD-ROM is Dover Design Manager, a simple graphics editing program for Windows that will allow you to view, print, crop, and rotate the images. Arts & Crafts, Design, Art.…

Hardcover. Condition: Fine. xiv, 455 p. : ill. ; 24 cm. ; ISBN: 0897664949 (alk. paper); 9780897664943 (alk. paper) ; LCCN: 89-9363 ; OCLC: 19623688 ; stiff paper wrappers ; authors include P W Basham, Robert V Witman, Leonardo Seeber, John G Armbruster, John Adams, Mark & Ma ry Lou Zoback, Edward Woodhouse, Davied Boore, Paul Somerville, Gail Atkinson, Robin McGuire, Gabriel Toro, Daniele Venezano, Luc Chouinard, Ricardo Dobry, R E Weems, S F Obermeier, R B Jacobson, G S Gohn, Martitia P Tuttle, Leonardo Seeber, Steven G Wesnousky, Eugene S Schweig, Silvio K Pezzopane, W j Hall, S L McCabe, M Shinozuka, K Moriyama, Frank E McClure, Guy J P Nordenson, Jack P Moehle, V C Fenton, Glenn R Hill, Thomas A Schwartz, James H Gates, T D O'Rourke, Christopher Rojahn, Chris D Poland, M Elisabeth Pate-Cornell, Rene W Luft, Warner Howe, Charles Scawthorn, and Stephen K Harris ; FINE. Book.…

paperback. Condition: Very Good. CD-ROM included. We have 75,000 books to choose from -- Ship within 24 hours -- Satisfaction Guaranteed.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the fascinating world of show card writing, a profession that flourished in the early 20th century as merchants sought increasingly eye-catching ways to attract customers. The author provides a comprehensive guide to the techniques and materials of the trade, placing a strong emphasis on the importance of speed and efficiency. The text explores a range of lettering styles, from the elegant flourish of Old English to the bold simplicity of Egyptian, as well as the nuanced art of composition and shading. The author's deep understanding of the trade is evident in his thorough explanations of the tools and techniques of the time, including airbrushing, raised ornaments, and the use of bronze powders. The book serves as a valuable resource for anyone seeking to understand the artistry and craft of show card writing, offering a glimpse into a bygone era of visual communication. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…

Soft cover. Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. Very Good paperback. Overall a bright and attractive copy. No markings to the images or text. Light shelf wear to the exterior. This catalog presents 96 full color plates rendered by members of the sign painting collective The Letterheads based on designs first presented in Frank H. Atkinson's 1909 Atkinson Sign Painting.…

broché. Condition: Bon. ATKINSON SIGN PAINTING UP TO NOW. EDITION DE 1915. Paru en 1915 chez Frederick J. Drake & Company, Chicago QUELQUES MOUILLURES N'EMPECHANT EN RIEN LA LECTURE DE L'OUVRAGE. SANS JAQUETTE.

paperback. Condition: New. In shrink wrap. Looks like an interesting title.

Hardcover. Condition: Good. The book is in good condition with a clean and yellowed interior from age. The edges and spine contain minor bumps. The cover and back feature minor stains.

HARDCOVER. Condition: Very Good. None. We're always buying collectible book collections. Contact us for details. We're happy to provide pictures of any book priced at $10 or more, please just ask! American second edition, first printing. Published in 1915. Book has no jacket. Covers are in Very Good condition. Corners of covers are worn. Front and back covers have some soiling. The book itself is in Very Good + condition. Spine is cracked at copyright page. All pages are intact. The binding is straight and tight. No remainder mark.…

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good+. A couple of surface rubbings and light marks on the covers - see image. ; Book is in excellent condition - exception noted. A scarce copy originally published in 1909, but in response to popular demand was reprinted several times. The designs herein fall into the category of Art Nouveau/Art Deco. 75 Alphabets. Many minor composites and 96 LayOuts. A complete self-educational manual. ; Oblong Small 4to 9" - 11" tall; 224 pages.…

Hard Cover. Condition: Very Good. Please contact O'Connell's Bookshop Adelaide (est. 1957) to check availability etc. We have many thousands more books in our shop than appear on line. Edge rubbing, mostly corners, where cloth has been worn away and marks on cover; 6cm crack along bottom spine hinge. Very good internally. Size: 30 x 22cm.…

Third Edition. Good copy in the original colour-blocked decorated cloth boards, now faintly scuffed overall and somewhat rubbed at the edges. Hinges tender, but holding. A bright and clean impression internally, with faint and sparse dust-dulling only. Remains well-preserved overall. Physical description; [4], 47 pages, [45] pages of plates, [95] leaves of plates : illustrations ; 29 cm. Subjects; Commercial art - United States - History - 20th century - Pictorial works, Show cards - Design - Pictorial works - 20th century, Lettering - Specimens - 20th century. 1 Kg.…

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. 1915 printing. In very good condition. Defiinitely some wear and tear but in good shape and a very cool old book.

Third Edition. Good copy in the original colour-blocked decorated cloth boards, now faintly scuffed overall and somewhat rubbed at the edges. Hinges tender, but holding. A bright and clean impression internally, with faint and sparse dust-dulling only. Remains well-preserved overall. Physical description; [4], 47 pages, [45] pages of plates, [95] leaves of plates : illustrations ; 29 cm. Subjects; Commercial art - United States - History - 20th century - Pictorial works, Show cards - Design - Pictorial works - 20th century, Lettering - Specimens - 20th century. 1 Kg.…

4to. 243, [5] pp. Over 70 illusts., diagrams, photos. Gray cloth, illustrated & decorated in white, red & black on front cover, w/ elaborate lettering, illustrated vignette, red lettering on spine (minor thumbing, edgewear, some rubbing), still VG- copy, w/ bookplate on front pastedown for J.L. McLogan, Sign Painters Supply House, Los Angeles, CA. First edition of this uncommon and nicely executed work on painting murals, backdrops, scenery, billboards, and advertising signs. Atkinson addresses the assorted struggles and issues with theatrical scene painting for flats and drops, including preparing canvas, mixing colours, preparing scale drawings, stage perspective, backings to be used, and more. His section on "bulletin art" or billboards, addresses the increasing need with expanding highways, and automobiles, and features billboard examples for Cloverbloom Butter, Soda Crackers, Maxwell House Tea, & McDonald Shirts. …

Hardcover. Quarto. Hardcover. Illustrated boards. 254 pages : illustrations ; 29 cm. VG. Front and rear joint are beginning to crack but binding is still secure. Boards toned.