Graphologische Merkmal-Kartei – German Graphology Reference Card Index, ca. 1950s

Graphologische Merkmal-Kartei. Deutung der Zeichen, die sich aus der Formeneigenart von Einzel-Buchstaben ergeben [Graphological Reference Card Index: Interpretation of Character Traits Derived from Individual Letter Forms].W arpke, Post Billerbeck (Hannover): Verlag Baumgartner, n.d. [mid-20th century]. Oblong 8vo. 19.5 × 13 cm. 101 pp. Original metal-ring-bound card index, housed in the original slipcase with printed label. Accompanied by the publisher's original illustrated advertising leaflet and printed order form. An unusual German graphological reference system intended for the interpretation of handwriting and the identification of personality traits through the forms of individual letters. The cards reproduce numerous handwriting specimens, accompanied by explanations associating particular letter formations, strokes, and gestures with psychological characteristics. The system incorporates principles attributed to M. Ivanovič and includes sections on lowercase letters, numerals, and punctuation. Designed as a practical reference tool, the cards are secured by metal rings, allowing individual examples to be consulted and compared. Very well preserved, with the original slipcase in very good condition. The accompanying original ephemera are creased, with small tears along the edges.