top of page
The Zaehndorfs Craft bookbinders (1842-1947)

The Zaehndorfs Craft bookbinders (1842-1947)

Broomhead, Frank

1986

Private Libraries Association

Binding--19th century, Binding--20th century

_ pending _

686.309 33 BROO

For loan

Once copy only

From the preface: "There are few firms of craft bookbinders that can claim an existence of longer thatn one hundred years. One which can is Zaehnsdorf Limited, founded in 1842 by Joseph Zaehnsdorf. It remained under the direct control of three successive generations of the Zaehnsdorf family for a period exceeding its century...On the basis of the available records, and articles in contemporary trade periodicals, a few perspectives are here presented on the story of one of the better known English bookbinders. It was founded on the skill and perseverance of an immigrant binder, and for over one hundred years adhered to his tenets of fine workmanship, successively under his guidance and then under that of his son and grandson. Bindings produced by the firm of Zaehnsdorf are still admired for the excellence of the craftsmanship which they display and whilst, in the main, their designs rely on the inspiration of the past, innovative essays into more contemporary styles were made on a few occasions. The repair and restoration of books and documents was an important part of the firm's activities and its principals demonstrated a keen interest in the underlying science."

  • Facebook
  • Instagram

BINDERY OPENING HOURS FOR MEMBERS

1st Tuesdays of the month 10:30am - 4:30pm

2nd Saturdays of the month: 9:30am - 1:30pm

All Wednesdays: 10:00am – 5:00pm

NB. The Bindery is closed over Christmas and New Year from mid December until mid January

NSW Bookbinder's Guild
PO Box 1110
Rozelle, NSW 2039

NSW Bookbinder's Guild Ralph Lewis Bindery
Room 14,  Garry Owen House
Callan Park, Balmain Rd
Lilyfield, NSW 2038

 

In the spirit of Reconciliation, the NSW Guild of Bookbinders acknowledges the Wangal people,
Traditional Custodians of the land on which the Bindery is located, and pays respects to their Elders past and present.

 

© 2024 by Stefania Riccardi for NSW Guild of Bookbinders. All rights reserved.

bottom of page