Every Hand Has Its Own Character.

Every hand possesses its own rhythm, proportion and character.

Some are restrained and architectural. Others move with softness and flourish. Each has been developed through years of traditional practice and selected for its timeless elegance rather than passing fashion.

The choice of script shapes the atmosphere of an invitation, the presence of an engraved object and the experience of reading a handwritten work.

The collection presented here serves as a point of departure. Every commission is individually composed and adapted to suit its material, purpose and scale.

  • Calligraphy Style I

    Style I

  • Calligraphy Style II

    Style II

  • Calligraphy Style III

    Style III

  • Calligraphy Style IV

    Style IV

  • Calligraphy Style V

    Style V

  • Calligraphy Style VI

    Style VI

  • Calligraphy Style VII

    Style VII

  • Style VIII

  • Calligraphy Style VIII

    Style IX

  • Calligraphy Style IX

    Style X

  • Calligraphy Style XI

    Style XI

  • Calligraphy Style XII

    Style XII

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Calligraphy Style XIII

Bespoke Lettering

Beyond the collection, Studio Calissi develops bespoke lettering for private commissions, luxury maisons and artistic collaborations.

Original hands may be created for invitations, editorial projects, packaging, campaigns and one-of-a-kind commissions where a unique written identity is desired.

A personal selection

Selecting the appropriate hand is an integral part of every commission.

Guidance is always provided to ensure the chosen script complements both the material and the spirit of the project.

Whether for a private celebration, a luxury maison or an original artwork, the choice of writing becomes part of the story itself.