Bookbinding in America: Three Essays
Portland, ME: The Southworth-Anthoensen Press, 1941. 1st Edition. Hardcover. First edition of this collection of essays including "Early American Bookbinding by Hand," "The Rise of American Edition Binding," and "On the Rebinding of Old Books." This copy has been signed by two of the contributors, Hanna Dustin French and Hellmut Lehmann-Haupt on the first blank page. Original leaf-patterned paper covered boards with black cloth corner tips. Later black leather backing with gilt lettering and additional blank leaves at front and rear. Near fine with some wear to corner tips and light scuffing to paper boards. Near Fine. Item #4259
Price: $125.00