HARDIE, Martin. English Coloured Books. London: Fitzhouse Books, (1990), quarto, boards in dust jacket. xxiv, (340)pp. Reprint of the firstedition of 1906. This edition with an introduction by James Laver. A classic, comprehensive study of color printing. Hardie's book opens with two chapters on the medieval origins of color printing and on the methods of book illsutration from 1500 to 1800. These are followed by 22 detailed chapters on individuals, publishers and the development and improvement of special methods and techniques through to the early twentieth century. A final chapter deals with collecting. Illustrated. With a comprehensive index. Fine. Price: USD 65.00 other currencies   order no. 30    inquire

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