Collected memories by Dard Hunter, as well as information about him and his work. Includes samples of paper made by Hunter.
Physical Description
1 case (2 v.) : col. ill. (on covers and case), 1 mounted ill., mounted samples ; 83 x 64 x 92 mm. Rectangular case is surmounted by model of Dard Hunter's papermill. Within case are the two volumes of text. One volume is shaped as a cross-section of the mill, while the other volume is constructed in the shape of a millstone.
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Compiler
Massmann, Robert E.
Robert E. Massmann, author, librarian, and publisher of miniature books under his imprint REM Miniatures. Massmann assembled a major collection of miniature books, and is a founding member of the Miniature Book Society.
Printer
Art Press
Art Press, located in New Britain, Connecticut.
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Titles
Main Title:
Dard Hunter: miscellaneous thoughts and reflections.
Other:
Miscellaneous thoughts and reflections.
Other:
Dard Hunter doll house
Description
Collected memories by Dard Hunter, as well as information about him and his work. Includes samples of paper made by Hunter.
Physical Description
1 case (2 v.) : col. ill. (on covers and case), 1 mounted ill., mounted samples ; 83 x 64 x 92 mm.
Rectangular case is surmounted by model of Dard Hunter's papermill. Within case are the two volumes of text. One volume is shaped as a cross-section of the mill, while the other volume is constructed in the shape of a millstone.
Notes
Edition of 100 copies.
"Publication, design, typography, layout, carpentry, and hand coloring by Robert E. Massmann. Printed at Art Press."--colophon, v.1.
This book is part of the following collection of related materials.
Miniature Book Collection
These miniature books, 4 inches (10 cm) tall or smaller, include both contemporary and historical works. In some cases, only the covers have been digitized.
Massmann, Robert E.Dard Hunter: miscellaneous thoughts and reflections.,
book,
1984;
New Britain, Connecticut.
(https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc3584/:
accessed May 26, 2024),
University of North Texas Libraries, The Portal to Texas History, https://texashistory.unt.edu;
crediting UNT Libraries Special Collections.