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A Collection of 18th-Century Decorated Papers and Paper Bindings
Title:
Grundriss der Haupt-Revolutionen in Europa
Author:
Koch, Christophe de
Imprint Date:
1773
Publishing Colophon:
druckts und verlegts Michael Macklot; Hochfurstlich Markgraflich Badischer Hofbuchhandler
Binding:
Full paste paper binding, lapped component structure.
Paper:
Multi-color quadrille-patterned veined paste paper with directly impressed wavy diaper and double finger swirl designs.
Collector's Notes:
The obliteration of all color and all but the faintest design on the spine of this book highlights both the importance of proper (dark) storage for these early paste papers and the need for closer inspection of many apparently uncolored bookbindings.
Collection ID:
21.085
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