Facsimile reprint of the first edition which was limited to 750 copies. (See S-K 3513; Brenni no.825). Minor soiling to spine and covers, else near fine. Part of The History of Bookbinding Technique and Design series edited by Sidney F. Huttner. One of the Sandars Lectures for 1949. An excellent reference book. From the reference library of Philadelphia Rare Books & Manuscripts with their bookplate included.