Jules Vernacular – collector of vernacular typography & lettering.

‘Manufacture de Tapisseries’ signage found in Blois, France. Photograph © Justin Knopp 2012

After ‘collecting’ some examples of French signage (an example of which can be seen above) whilst on a recent holiday, I discovered the online collection of vernacular typography, lettering & signage assembled on the  Jules Vernacular website.

‘PTT’ signage. Photograph © Jules Vernacular 2006-2012

‘PTT’ signage. Photograph © Jules Vernacular 2006-2012

This collection has been carefully collected and assembled by  Jack Usine and is a complementary project of  Smeltery, Factory’s type foundry, that creates typefaces inspired by this heritage.

‘Coucous Merguez’ lettering. Photograph © Jules Vernacular 2006-2012

‘Coucous Merguez’ lettering. Photograph © Jules Vernacular 2006-2012

‘Poissonnerie Modele’ shop front. Photograph © Jules Vernacular 2006-2012

‘Poissonnerie Modele’ shop front. Photograph © Jules Vernacular 2006-2012

‘N.D des Mers’ signage. Photograph © Jules Vernacular 2006-2012

‘N.D des Mers’ signage. Photograph © Jules Vernacular 2006-2012

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