Grabhorn Press

Variant names
Dates:
Active 1939
Active 1960

Biographical notes:

Fine printing firm established in San Francisco, California, by Edwin Grabhorn and his brother, Robert.

From the description of Grabhorn Press records, 1917-1973. (University of California, Berkeley). WorldCat record id: 82842847

Robert (1900-1973) and Edwin (1889-1968) Grabhorn, from Indiana, began printing in 1911 in Seattle, later moved to Indianapolis, and established the Grabhorn Press in San Francisco in 1920. It soon became internationally known for fine craftsmanship, beautiful design work, and the publication of rare western Americana, often from Edwin Grabhorn's personal collection. Following Edwin's death, Robert formed a partnership with Andrew Hoyem known as Grabhorn-Hoyem. Robert's wife Jane (1911-1973), a witty author, was co-owner with William M. Smith of the Colt Press, and operated her own Press, the Jumbo Press, within the walls of the Grabhorn Press. The Bibliography of the Press appeared in three volumes (1940, 1957, 1977).

From the description of Grabhorn Press ephemera, 1911-1971. (University of California, Berkeley). WorldCat record id: 50990820

Links to collections

Comparison

This is only a preview comparison of Constellations. It will only exist until this window is closed.

  • Added or updated
  • Deleted or outdated

Information

Permalink:
SNAC ID:

Subjects:

  • Printing
  • Printing
  • Publishers and publishing
  • Fine books
  • Printers
  • Private press books
  • Private presses

Occupations:

not available for this record

Places:

  • California (as recorded)
  • California (as recorded)
  • California--San Francisco (as recorded)
  • California--San Francisco (as recorded)
We use cookies to understand how you use our site and to improve your experience. By continuing to use our site, you accept our use of cookies, Privacy Policy and Terms of Use.