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?

The present church originates from 1630, further alterations were made in the 19th century and this appears to be when a lot of the graves originate. The gothic script would have been hand-drawn on paper and then transferred to the stone surface. Wandsworth has always been a working town, from farming to woodworking, it has been a hub of traditional skills, this is shown in the expert carving of this grave. I think the history of Wandsworth is celebrated in traditional letter forms such as this and it also shows the importance of the Church in the expansion of Wandsworth.

Location

Wandsworth High Street, London SW18 4LA, UK