EditorialFragment of a garment with embroidered inscription, Medium: silk embroidery, linen foundation Technique: embroidered on plain weave, Natural linen ground with Arabic inscription embroidered in red silk. Translation: 'In the name of God, the Merciful, t...
EditorialAt TypeThursday, a regular mixer brings together designers and typography nerds who get consumed by spacing and serifs. (Lauryn Stallings/The New York Times)
EditorialSilver Cross, 500?700, Byzantine, Silver, niello, Overall: 3 15/16 x 3 x 1/8 in. (10 x 7.6 x 0.3 cm), Metalwork-Silver, This elegant silver cross has flared arms ending in serifs. Similar crosses were given to churches and shrines as votive gifts. Cros...