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Book designers -- United States

 Subject
Subject Source: Library of Congress Subject Headings

Found in 2 Collections and/or Records:

Charles E. Skaggs collection

 Collection
Identifier: MRBC-MS-00040
Scope and Contents

The collection contains original artwork for book jackets and lettering by Skaggs and others, notably William Addison Dwiggins. There is a group of printed book jackets designed by Skaggs. Also contains correspondence from numerous other calligraphers, artists and designers including Oswald Bruce Cooper and Raymond F. DaBoll, as well as printed ephemera by them.

Dates of Materials: 1940 - 2004
Found in: Mortimer Rare Book Collection

George Salter papers

 Collection
Identifier: MRBC-MS-00004
Abstract

German-born book designer, illustrator, calligrapher, teacher, and scenic designer who moved to the United States in the mid-1930's. Consists of books designed by George Salter and books reflecting his professional interests (704 items), together with proofs, papers, and ephemera relating to his design projects (2,901 pieces).

Dates of Materials: 1920-1980
Found in: Mortimer Rare Book Collection
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