ASHENDENE PRESS.

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The Wisdom of Jesus, the Son of Sirach Commonly Called Ecclesiasticus. First Ashendene edition, one of 328 copies printed in red and black Subiaco type on Batchelor handmade paper. This limited edition is celebrated for its initials by Graily Hewitt and his assistants who influenced the revival of calligraphy in England.Hewitt (1864-1952) taught writing and illuminating at the Central School of Arts and Crafts and designed type for several private presses, including the Ashendene Press and the Gregynog Press.

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