Meerman, Gerard Origines Typographicae Hagae Comitum ... Parisiis ... Londini: Apud Nicolaum van Daalen ... Guil. Franc. de Bure ... Thomam Wilcox, 1765 "Meerman diligently consulted all the German, Spanish, Italian, French, English, Swiss, and Dutch authors who treated of typography, with the object of substantiating his theory. He was also in communication with eminent scholars in those countries, and obtained the benefit of their researches and advice. He had access to all the best libraries, public and private, and travelled in England, France, and Germany to increase his knowledge of the subject." - Bigmore & Wyman, II, p. 32 2 volumes in one vols., 4to. Engraved frontispiece portrait of the author by Dautté, engraved portrait of LAURENS KOSTER by Houbrakenm, after the drawing by A. Schoumann from the painting in the J. Enschedé Museum, folding genealogical table, and 10 facsimile plates of early printing. xii, 260; viii, 312 pp. Full contemporary mottled calf, gilt spine, raised bands, red and green morocco lettering pieces. BEAUTIFUL COPY. Bigmore & Wyman Price: USD 2,000.00 other currencies   order no. 214598    inquire

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