77 pp. + plates. Illustrated with 24 tipped-in individual paper samples. (Oblong 4to) 19.5x25 cm (7¾x10"), quarter maroon morocco and light blue boards, gilt decorated vignettes on the front cover, gilt-lettered blue-green morocco spine label. No. 283 of 325 hand-numbered copies; bound by Barbara Blumenthal. First Edition. A beautifully printed and handsomely bound book, printed on fine papers with excellent typography. The basis for this book was stored away in Surrey, England for over 50 years. This unusual monograph covers Chinese metallic paper, which are quite beautiful and unique. Many are now oxidized thus giving them an excellent patina. The samples are 6x8½" and include descriptive material. A nice addition to any paper making collector's library. Prospectus laid in.
77 pp. + plates. Illustrated with 24 tipped-in individual paper samples. (Oblong 4to) 19.5x25 cm (7¾x10"), quarter maroon morocco and light blue boards, gilt decorated vignettes on the front cover, gilt-lettered blue-green morocco spine label. No. 283 of 325 hand-numbered copies; bound by Barbara Blumenthal. First Edition. A beautifully printed and handsomely bound book, printed on fine papers with excellent typography. The basis for this book was stored away in Surrey, England for over 50 years. This unusual monograph covers Chinese metallic paper, which are quite beautiful and unique. Many are now oxidized thus giving them an excellent patina. The samples are 6x8½" and include descriptive material. A nice addition to any paper making collector's library. Prospectus laid in.
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