Papermaking: by Dard Hunter

Papermaking: the History and technique of An Ancient Craft by Dard Hunter. inchesThe author discusses the history of papermaking from its invention in China to its introductions in Europe and America. He examines the development and uses of the different materials and tools of papermaking: the different types of hand moulds, such as the 'wove' mould and the 'laid' mould of China: methods of maceration (b eating the cloth); of dipping the moulds or pouring the liquid pulp over the moulds; of pressing, drying and sizing the paper; he compares papermaking techniques: old and new methods of making paper by hand and machine made paper. He also discusses early and modern watermarking styles and processes. Used Copy, outside stress, no inside markings, paperback edition. 1978 unabridged of the second, revised and enlarged (1947) edition. Over 320 illustrations.