The Kelmscott & Doves Presses: An Essay by Alfred W. Pollard, Presented with Leaves from the Kelmscott Golden Legend and the Doves English Bible

Vancouver: Heavenly Monkey, 2019. Hardcover. Fine. Hardcover. Number 30 of 55 copies. This is one of the 30 standard copies numbered 21 - 50. There were also 20 deluxe copies and 5 copies hors de commerce. The Kelmscott Press, founded by William Morris (1834 - 1896) and the Doves Press, founded by T.J. Cobden-Sanderson (1840 - 1922) are two of the foremost private presses, and their output was associated with an equisite attention to detail and fine letter printing. This beautifully produced leaf book begins with Pollard's essay that was written for the catalogue of William Andrews Clark Jr.'s renowned book collection, published in 1921 by John Henry Nash. "Rather than a straight historical account of the two presses, Pollard offers a meditation on their influences and influence, particularly in matters of design and typography. It is embellished here with calligraphy by Martin Jackson, and accompanied by a leaf from both of the presses: the Kelmscott's Golden Legend and the Doves English Bible." [Publisher statement] " Heavenly Monkey is the imprint of publisher Rollin Milroy, who is dedicated to creating books for people interested in contemporary applications of traditional book crafts: handmade papers, letterpress printing, and bindings that emphasize both aesthetic and structural integrity. Our books are designed as objects to be experienced both intellectually and physically; innovative use of technology from any era, and its skillful application are the studio's guiding principles." [Publisher website] Bound in blue paper covered boards with d dark blue cloth spine and with titling and cloth title label to front cover. Printed in Centaur type and with calligraphy in red by Martin Jackson taken from polymer plates on dampened Arches paper. In fine condition, clean, crisp, as new. Measures 10 x 15 inches. 18 pages plus leaves and colophons. PRI/061226.