History of Text Technologies

[2] p. on 1 leaf (2 columns, 42 lines); 38 x 29 cm. in folder 52 x 38 cm.

An illuminated leaf printed on both sides, from the original ed. of the 42-line Gutenberg Bible printed in Mainz, ca. 1454-55, comprising the last part of chapter 19:23-24, chapters 20-22, 23:1-8 of the book of Isaiah (O.T.).

A short pamphlet and book of paper samples showing the color, thickness and texture of paper as well as methods for describing it.

This is a catalogue of handmade Japanese paper with a record of its type and place of origin. The book contains specimens of each type of paper.

This book provides a history of papermaking in Japan as well as a biography of the book's author and several specimens of fine Japanese paper. It is a comprehensive account of the process and history of paper in Japan.