1926 Barnhart Brothers & Spindler Munder Bold Venezian Typeface Print Ad

“[…] designed by Robert Wiebking and first shown as Laclede Oldstyle by the Laclede Type Foundry in 1922. That foundry was acquired by BB&S shortly thereafter, and this face was recut under the Munder name […] In 1925–27, Wiebking added Munder Italic, Munder Bold, and Munder Bold Italic, all for BB&S.” [McGrew 1993]

Copied by Stephenson Blake as Verona, albeit with different italic and bold versions. [McGrew 1993]

Not to be confused with Laclede.

But who was Munder?

Norman T. A. Munder (1870–1954) was a Baltimore-based master printer known for his craftsmanship and innovation in fine printing. Beginning his career as a child, he built a reputation for producing high-quality books, pamphlets, and printed materials for major institutions and clients. His work earned national recognition, including the first gold medal awarded by the AIGA for excellence in book printing. Munder’s influence extended beyond the press, contributing to advancements in printing techniques, materials, and typographic practice.