Specimens: a Stevens-Nelson paper catalogue
New York: Stevens-Nelson Paper Corp. [ca. 1953]. First edition, 4to, irregular pagination; with 107 specimen sheets, some with illustrations, but most printed in colors by various designers and printers from around the world; original quarter blue morocco over marbled boards, gilt-lettered spine; edges a little rubbed, but in all a near fine copy. A collection of various poems and ephemeral pieces, each printed on a different type of paper in the Stevens-Nelson arsenal. Papers range from domestic to Japanese imports and on the verso of each is a brief comment as to which sort of printing that specific paper is best suited for. Title and introduction designed by Bruce Rogers. One of the finest of paper specimen books. Item #51301
Price: $200.00