Memorabilia collection, 1858-1914.

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Memorabilia collection, 1858-1914.

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Nine autograph letters signed from members of the De Vinne family dated between 1858 and 1867 and three copyright certificates (1876-1900). Also personalia, including a black velvet beret worn by De Vinne when he sat for his portrait. Also four certificates of membership/recognition and a copy of his book, Historic printing types (1886).

2 boxes (2 linear ft.)

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De Vinne Press

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De Vinne, Theodore Low, 1850-1914.

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Theodore Low De Vinne (1828-1914) was apprenticed to the printer's trade in Newburgh, N.Y. but came to New York City in 1848, where he eventually became a partner in the shop of Francis Hart. On the death of the latter in 1877, De Vinne became possessed of the business eventually known as the De Vinne Press. He was recognized as a master printer and developed a comprehensive knowledge of the history of typography, which he distilled in several publications. He was a founder (1884) and president ...