Books Printed on Vellum in the Collections of the British Library

Robin Alston, Brad Sabin Hill, British Library

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Publisher's Synopsis

The first printed book in the Western world was printed on vellum, but printers in modern times testify to the difficulties which skins present. However, they have continued to be used to produce some of the most luxurious and expensive printed books. This catalogue, the first comprehensive listing of books printed on vellum in the collections of the British Library, also includes its Hebrew works on vellum.

Book information

ISBN:	9780712304337
Publisher:	British Library
Imprint:	British Library
Pub date:	01 Dec 1995
DEWEY:	017.1
DEWEY edition:	20
Language:	English
Number of pages:	234
Weight:	453g
Height:	216mm
Width:	138mm
Spine width:	19mm