Hash
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Title
Versailles LT Com 56 Italic
License
NOTIFICATION OF LICENSE AGREEMENTYou have obtained this typeface software either directly from Linotype GmbH or together with software distributed by one of Linotype's licensees.This software is a valuable asset of Linotype GmbH. Unless you have entered into a specific license agreement granting you additional rights, your use of this software is limited to your workstation for your own use. You may not copy or distribute this software. If you have any questions regarding your license terms, please review the license agreement you received with the software.General license terms and usage rights can be viewed at www.linotype.com/license.Generelle Lizenzbedingungen und Nutzungsrechte finden Sie unter www.linotype.com/license.Pour plus d'informacin concernant la contrat d'utilisation du logiciel de polices, veuillez consultez notre site www.linotype.com/license.Linotype GmbH can be contacted at:Tel.: +49(0)6172 484-418
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VersaillesLTCom-Italic
Trademark
Versailles is a trademark of Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG, exclusively licensed through Linotype GmbH, and may be registered in certain jurisdictions.
Copyright
Copyright 2002 - 2006 Linotype GmbH, www.linotype.com. All rights reserved. Copyright 1990, 1995, 2002 Adobe Systems Incorporated. All Rights Reserved.
Explanation
Adrian Frutiger designed Versailles for Linotype in 1984. He was influenced by lettering cut in metal on a memorial for Charles Garnier, the designer of the Paris Opera building in 1861. This style of lettering, called French Latine, is characterized by very sharp triangular serifs. The Versailles typeface evokes that time and place: it has a symmetrical, almost vertical axis; a tall x-height, and serifs so sharp they could draw blood. This sharpness contrasts nicely with neo-baroque elements such as the flat-but-curvy overhangs on the a, f, g, j and y. Versailles is perfect for shorter texts and titles or headlines. When used in large sizes or in the bolder weights, it has an astonishing impact. Let it perform on opera posters, websites, and advertising banners.
