Otto W. Fuhrmann papers, 1930-1961.

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Otto W. Fuhrmann papers, 1930-1961.

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The collection consists of the manauscripts of Fuhrmann's articles, notes, and related items on the history of printing and graphic arts. A great many of Fuhrmann's articles were about Johann Gutenberg. There is also correspondence, primarily with people well known in the printing trade.

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Columbia University in the City of New York, Columbia University Libraries

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SNAC Resource ID: 7609424

Columbia University in the City of New York, Columbia University Libraries

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