Types of binding available
Full leather binding
The whole book is covered with a single piece of leather
The whole book is covered with a single piece of leather
Half bound.
Only the spine is covered.
Only the spine is covered.
Limp bound.
The book-block is laced directly onto the leather. Boards are not used in this traditional type of binding.
The book-
Example circa 1400
Germanisches Nationalmuseum, Nuremberg
Germanisches Nationalmuseum, Nuremberg
Wrap-round (notebook)
The simplest form of binding where a protective sheet of leather is wrapped the book-block
The simplest form of binding where a protective sheet of leather is wrapped the book-
Example
The Nag Hammadi “Library” Egypt
circa 390 AD
The Nag Hammadi “Library” Egypt
circa 390 AD
These are books designed to be suspended from the belt. Particularly popular during the 15th and 16th centuries. Worn by both men and women.
Example
The Law of Jutland, Rostgaard circa 1490
The Law of Jutland, Rostgaard circa 1490
Detail crucifixion scene circa 1400
Example circa 1350
Germanisches Nationalmuseum, Nuremberg
Germanisches Nationalmuseum, Nuremberg
The Girdle Book.
John, £50
Bestiary £52
Doctor’s book, £35
Gospels, £80
Girdle book, £45