History of the Book: Leaf Collection 1440-1939

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History of the Book: Leaf Collection 1440-1939

This collection includes leaves from books by key European printers from the introduction of the printing press in the fifteenth centuryto the late nineteenth century.

64 items; 1 portfolio

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SNAC Resource ID: 6370538

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Kelmscott Press

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The Kelmscott Press, founded by William Morris and Emery Walker, published 53 books in 66 volumes between 1891 and 1898. Each book was designed and ornamented by Morris and printed by hand in limited editions of around 300. Many books were illustrated by Edward Burne-Jones. Kelmscott Press books sought to replicate the style of 15th-century printing and were part of the Gothic revival movement. Kelmscott Press started the contemporary fine press movement, which focuses on the craft and design of...

GrĂ¼ninger, Johann, d. 1532?

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Jenson, Nicolas, approximately 1420-1480

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Froben, Hieronymus, 1501-1563

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Greyff, Michael, d. ca. 1512

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Plantin, Christophe, approximately 1520-1589

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Koberger, Anton, approximately 1440-1513

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Barker, Christopher, 1529-1599

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Golden cockerel press

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Manuzio, Aldo, 1449 or 1450-1515

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Doves press

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