Very good copies both in the original printed boards, with corners and endbands slightly worn. Edges foxed, remaining internally clean and strong. A well-preserved set overall. Physical description; complete in 2 volumes (xxi, 253 pages; 91 pages of plates; 406 pages) : illustrations ; 24 cm. Notes; Originally published in 1946. Includes bibliographical references and index. Subjects; Bookbinding. History. Technique. Decorative binding. Fine binding. 1 Kg.

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Title: Bookbinding : its background and technique [complete in 2 volumes]
Publisher: New York : Hacker Art Books
Publication Date: 1979
Language: English
ISBN 10: 0878172556
ISBN 13: 9780878172559
Binding: Hardcover
Edition: Later Edition.
Weight: 1 kilogram

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Mammoth volume by one of the world's foremost practitioners. Both historical survey emphasizing decorated bindings, and eminently practical guide to hand bookbinding. 93 plates, 242 figures.

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