Title
Private library catalogue (French manuscript)
Coverage
Lyon (?)
Date
ca. 1752
Description
The substantial, originally blank-paper single gathering is sewn into a wallet-shaped binding of heavy vellum in the shape of an elongated envelope, the triangular flap secured with a wraparound strap. Such ledger bindings, once widespread, were intended for portability and out-of-doors use. The ink splatters testify to its frequent casual use; many of the books were printed in Lyon and 1752 is the latest publication date.
Source
Purchased on the Trust Fund of Lathrop Colgate Harper, 2020.
Format
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