Geotype Submission

The Geotype project charts the rich history of lettering and type forms that have established the identity of cities and towns around the world. Explore the map

How does this letter-form communicate its location?

Barratts shoe factory signage is a bold upper cap typeface, black lettering set on a white background. This hand painted block type is a revival of a previous sign, but still highlights location and the original was used to advertise stock.

Location

Kingsthorpe Road, Northampton NN2 6EZ, UK