Bodoni C5

Limited Edition 90 Pieces

Inspiration

The Bodoni model is inspired by the font of the same name designed by Giovanni Battista Bodoni in 1798; it represents masterfully represents the made in Italy and is one of the best-known and best-loved typefaces in the world. This font has some salient features that make it easily recognisable: strong contrast between lines thick, thin lines perpendicular to the main stroke main stroke, and a sober and vaguely austere appearance.

Anime

Inspired by the world of traditional typography and visible from the outside thanks to the transparency
transparency of the acetate. It is made to an exclusive Good's design and reproduces - with an engraved inscription - the
Good's 'the right way to look at things', developed from right to left, like the lines
of lead produced by the ancient Linotype printing machine, invented in 1886, and defined by
Thomas Edison the eighth wonder of the world.

Description

Bioacetate: The frame is made of Mazzucchelli M49 bioacetate, 100% recyclable and biodegradable,
without chemical agglomerates to reduce the risk of allergic reactions. Its natural origin is
its natural origin is also revealed to the touch with a pleasant warm and silky effect.
Front: Bodoni presents a compact and geometric, yet not angular design. The front
features an interplay of milling that enhances the contrast between real and perceived thickness
as well as the choices made in terms of colour. The opaline top interacts with the translucent base
in an interesting trompe d'oeil effect that lightens the perceptive weight of the frame
concealing some of its functional elements, such as the bridge, which partially becomes a ghost.
Astina: a 'sail' model, it takes its name from its shape reminiscent of the tiller of a rudder. In the
end is a perforated 'o', taken from the Good's logo.

Curiosities
The rigour of proportions sought by Bodoni for the font created for the Duke of Parma
made its realisation particularly complex and costly, which contributed to
Bodoni, right from its earliest versions, a powerful visual impact and an allure
sought-after allure, which has earned it a reputation as the font of luxury.

Specifications

• 100% handmade in Italy
• LIMITED EDITION OF 90 PIECES
• Bio acetate Mazzucchelli M49 hand-polished
• All milling, polishing and detail work is done
• handcrafted through 60 steps