Modern Ornament and Design by J.N. Halsted. Published by The Signs of the Times Publishing Co., Cincinnati, OH: 1985 (reprint of 1927 original).
Hardbound; B&W illustrations; 198 pages
(See also 2000.0009.0161. Additionally 2000.0009.0162 and 2000.0009.0163 are the earlier editions)
“An original of this little jewel is very hard to find. With no alphabets, J.N. Halsted concerntrated on illustrations, ornaments, and graphic design. It covers a lot of ground with remnants of the Nouveau, Craftsman, and beginnings of Deco simplicity. Numerous plates have a noticeable oriental flavoring. While the book is heavily focused on ornament and design, Halsted did target it towards the sign industry with several plates containing sign panels, ribbons, and layouts. Signs of the Times reprinted this book in 1985 but I am told those copies are now out of print.” -from signmuseum.com via The Wayback Machine
Excellent
2000.0009.0161