Decorative Alphabets and Initials edited by Alexander Nesbitt

Decorative Alphabets and Initials is a comprehensive collection of 91 complete alphabets and nearly 4,000 decorative initials, all copyright-free and ready for reproduction. Sourced from rare and out-of-print books, these designs span from the 8th to the 20th century and include manuscript initials, woodcut and engraved designs, and ornate Victorian and modern alphabets.

The book is divided into three parts, each with historical context and detailed captions: medieval manuscript initials, printed book initials from the 15th–18th centuries, and decorative alphabets from the Victorian era through the 20th century. An ideal reference for artists, calligraphers, designers, and anyone interested in historic lettering.

Softcover; 192 pages; 8.25” x 11”