An Overview of Bookbinding in Miniature from Medieval Times to the Present Day
Collection
Identifier: CSC-0168
Content Description
This is a collection of 62 miniature book bindings and objects made by Louise Genest, held in a custom-made cabinet by Keith B. Uram.
Dates
- Creation: 2010
Creator
- Genest, Louise (Binder, Person)
- Uram, Keith B. (Manufacturer, Person)
Conditions Governing Use
This collection is open to researchers.
Extent
3 Linear Feet (Custom-made wooden cabinet) : Opens through wood and glass doors ; 19.5 x 19.5 x 10.75 inches
Language
English
Overview
This is Louise Genest's personal collection of unique miniature bindings. The research, making, and assembling of the collection has taken fifteen years to put together. (From the bookseller's catalog, 2010.)
Physical Facet
The materials of the cabinet are: walnut, walnut burl, curly maple, poplar, brass, and glass.
Source
- Heller, Joshua (Publisher, Person)
Genre / Form
Topical
- Status
- In Progress
- Author
- Amelia Hugill-Fontanel
- Date
- July 27, 2022
- Description rules
- Describing Archives: A Content Standard
- Language of description
- English
- Script of description
- Latin
Revision Statements
- 03 July 2024: Moved book link to External Documents, A. Hugill-Fontanel
Repository Details
Part of the Cary Graphic Arts Collection Repository
