Letters, 1908-1919, to Oakes Ames.

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Letters, 1908-1919, to Oakes Ames.

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Eighty-three letters principally from Updike to Ames regarding the printing and publication of Ames' Orchidaceae, issued in 7 fascicles between 1905-1922. All aspects of the book design process are discussed including selection of papers, inks and type-faces. Includes letters from Updike's partner, John Bianchi, as well as bills and invoices and a pen and ink drawing of an orchid, possibly by Blanche Ames. The bulk of the letters fall around 1909.

96 items, in box.

Boston Athenaeum

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Merrymount Press

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The Merrymount Press was established in Boston in 1893 by Daniel Berkeley Updike (1860-1941). The Merrymount Press was known for its excellence in typography and design, especially in the field of decorative printing and bookmaking. From the description of Records of the Merrymount Press, 1893-1948. (Huntington Library, Art Collections & Botanical Gardens). WorldCat record id: 122510241 The Merrymount Press in Boston was the printing-office of D.B. (Daniel Berkeley) Updi...

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