c.1899 - Cranford and Mary Barton

By Mrs. Gaskell 

Undated, c.1899
The Gresham Publishing Co., Publishers/ London

Talwin Morris was a renowned book cover designer associated with the Glasgow Style and the Art Nouveau movement. Born in 1865, Morris made significant contributions to graphic design, particularly in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

Morris's distinctive style was characterized by intricate patterns, stylized botanical motifs, and elegant typography. He worked as the art director for the Glasgow-based publisher Blackie & Son, where his innovative designs adorned numerous book covers, making them stand out on bookstore shelves.

His book cover designs often featured vibrant colors, asymmetrical compositions, and a harmonious integration of typography with decorative elements. Morris's ability to combine artistic flair with practical functionality revolutionized book design, influencing generations of designers and leaving a lasting legacy in the world of graphic arts.

Talwin Morris book cover design. Grey endpapers. Frontispiece. Illustrated. Binding tight, two name inscriptions to front. Clean/ crisp. Very light bumping to spine edges. Color to boards and spine bright and vibrant. No sun-fading to spine. 409pp. Near Fine condition.

Size: 5 1/4” x 8” fading to spine. 

A beautiful addition of this classic to any shelf/ home collection/ library!