Bookbinding in England and France

Published by Seeley and Co. Limited, London, 1897

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Seller: Glue Apron, Lowell, MI, U.S.A.Glue Apron

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Hardcover. A discussion of noteworthy bookbinders, their work, and collections from the 16-19th century, mostly of royal ownership in England and France. Book in 2 parts (51 pgs., and 80 pgs.) with sumptuous plates and b&w illustrations. 4to., height is 11in., published by Seeley and Co. Limited, London in 1897. Bound in dark red cloth over beveled boards with gilt title and elaborate decorative design on front cover and gilt title on spine. Shelf wear to cover edges, endcaps, and corners, clean brown endpapers show some foxing on verso sides. Owners names on ffep. Minor foxing and rubs to a few illustrations, gilt applied to top edge, rest untrimmed. Classical binding styles at their best.

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Title
Bookbinding in England and France
Author
W.Y. Fletcher
Publisher
Seeley and Co. Limited, London
Publication year
1897
Condition
Very Good
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No Jacket
Binding
Hardcover
Edition
1st Edition
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Glue Apron

Lowell, MI, U.S.A.

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While not a "bricks and mortar" shop, I offer a variety of Antiquarian books, fine bindings, ephemera, vintage postcards, etc. on topics of New England history, children's tales, travel, art, poetry, history, historical fiction, military, memoirs, nature, and the book arts.

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memoirs and religion., art, military, sports, Antiquarian books from the 19th and 20th century on history

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