Introduction Morocco binding is a luxurious and highly sought-after bookbinding technique that has been used for centuries to protect and adorn cherished texts. Made from goatskin, morocco bindings are prized for their durability, supple texture, and rich, vibrant colors. However,...
Introduction Vellum binding is a centuries-old bookbinding technique that has stood the test of time, providing an unmatched sense of elegance and durability to antique books. With a rich history and a unique aesthetic, vellum-bound books continue to captivate book...
Sangorski & Sutcliffe is a firm of bookbinders established in London in 1901. It is considered to be one of the most important bookbinding companies of the 20th century, famous for its luxurious jeweled bindings that used real gold and...
Morrell Bindery The bookbinding firm Morrell was originally founded by W.T. Morrell in 1861 when he acquired the workshop of Charles Lewis at 17 Frith Street, Soho, London. Morrell’s son W.J. Morrell took over the management in 1887 after his...
Robert Rivière Robert Rivière was born in 1808 into an artistic family in London, England. While his siblings preferred painting and singing, Robert became apprenticed to booksellers after he graduated from academy in 1824. In 1829 he established himself in Bath as a...
Charles Edwin George Bayntun, more commonly known as George Bayntun (4 August 1873 – 4 September 1940) was an English bookseller, bookbinder, and collector.George Bayntun was born Charles Edwin George Bayntun on 4 August 1873 Bath, Somerset, England to Constantia...
