W.A. Dwiggins

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W.A. Dwiggins: Media

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Dwiggins, W.A.: Electra typeface

Dwiggins, W.A.: Electra typeface

Page from A Bakers' Dozen of Emblems, with drawings and Electra, a linotype...

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Caledonia italic

Caledonia italic

Caledonia italic, a Linotype typeface designed by W.A. Dwiggins.

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