Caslon came from the West Midlands. Created the Caslon typeface, first used in 1726. Caslon Old Face was used for printing the American Declaration of Independence. Working in Aldersgate Caslon was the 'letter-founder' for John Wesley's Journal. He was succeeded by his son of the same name and the firm continued in the family, including his great-grandson, one way or another, until 1937.
Spitalfields Life has wonderful photos of the business from the early 1900s.
This section lists the memorials where the subject on this page is commemorated:
William Caslon
Red Lion Court W Caslon Junr Letter founder ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZAEOE I...
{On the west face:} Wednesday May 24 1738 "What occurred .......law of sin an...
The foundry established by William Caslon, typefounder, 1692 - 1766 stood on ...
Founded by John Webb Singer as the Frome Art Metal Works. Cast many of the best known sculptures in London, including the statue of Justice on the Central Criminal Court, 1906. Merged with the Morr...
Art metal worker and an architect. Born Chelsea. He became very successful and his metalwork features in many cathedrals and churches. His patrons included almost every important architect of the ...
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