Social:English script (calligraphy)

Short description: Cursive writing style which first emerged in 18th century England

English script is a cursive style, used especially for capital letters, which first emerged in 18th century England , and later spread across the world. This very elaborate script appeared with the spread of the metallic quill.

In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, calligraphy experienced a new-found resurgence due to its use in advertising, magazine design and commercial presentation.

See also

• Western calligraphy