Private company

Cincinnati Type Foundry

American typography company

The Cincinnati Type Foundry was a manufacturer of typefaces, matrices and other type-related equipment in Cincinnati, Ohio, established in 1826 by John P. Foote and Oliver Wells. In 1892 it was merged into American Type Founders.2 Wikipedia text CC BY-SA 4.0

Last updated Oct 21, 2026.

Overview

1826Founded1
  • HeadquartersCincinnati1

The Cincinnati Type Foundry was a manufacturer of typefaces, matrices and other type-related equipment in Cincinnati, Ohio, established in 1826 by John P. Foote and Oliver Wells. In 1892 it was merged into American Type Founders.2

Timeline

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