Explore the history and use of inexpensive paper-covered book structures beginning at the advent of the printed book in Europe and continuing through the industrial revolution of the nineteenth century. Participants will create four models of bindings commonly used in the Italian region including a plain wrapper, laminated case wrapper, basic…
Explore the history and use of inexpensive paper-covered book structures beginning at the advent of the printed book in Europe and continuing through the industrial revolution of the nineteenth century. Participants will create four models of bindings commonly used in the Italian region including a plain wrapper, laminated case wrapper, basic long-stitch, and paper case. Models will incorporate decorated and handmade papers, as well as historically-employed sewing techniques and end-sheet constructions. Structural variations and decoration will be examined through images and historical examples from the instructor's collection.
There is an additional $40 fee for tools and materials due to the instructor on the first day of class.
All other tools and supplies are provided and are included in the tuition price.
Prerequisite: Basic bookbinding skills.
Saturday, February 2 & Sunday, February 3, 9:00am-4:00pm. Instructor: Bill Hanscom.
