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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book presents a catalogue of 121 examples of bookbinding from the 16th to the 19th century, selected from the collection of S. P. Avery. The examples trace the evolution of the art forms implemented across different historical epochs and geographical locations. From German blind-stamped bindings of the 16th century to 19th-century embroidered bindings from England, Holland, and France, each piece represents significant artistic and technical achievements within the craft's broader history. The book offers a fascinating overview of the diverse styles and methods used in bookbinding throughout the centuries, providing valuable insights into the ways in which books have been preserved, adorned, and cherished as cultural artifacts. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781332038589_0
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