A to Z : marvels in paper engineering : the history, inspiration, and process.

Access and use

Location of collection:
University of Richmond
Rare Books and Special Collections
Boatwright Library
University of Richmond
28 Westhampton Way
Richmond, VA 23173
Contact for questions and access:
POC: Lynda Kachurek
Phone: (804) 289-8458
Fax: (804) 287-1840

Summary

Extent:
28 Items
Creator:
Uria, Isabel (Paper artist), Seidman, Larry J., 1950-, and Movable Book Society
Abstract:
"The Movable Book Society's 25th anniversary folio collection highlights the unique aspect of 'toy and movable books' and places a spotlight on the often overlooked paper engineer as opposed to the traditional author and illustrator"--Booklet, unnumbered page 2.
Language:
English

Background

Physical description:
Attached to the box's inner lid is a three level accordion fold paper structure with a gold cut out of the letters "A Z". Printed names of the artists of the 26 pop-up cards are in alphabetical order on the back of this cut-out. Printed at foot: "Intro pop, Bruce Foster" and "logo and box design, Isabel Uria"
Physical facet:
26 folded pop-up cards + 1 booklet (8 unnumbered pages) in box : include illustrations
Dimensions:
pop-up cards: 21 cm, box: 22 x 17 x 11 cm
Material specific details:
Title from cover of booklet. 25th Anniversary collection jury members: Monika Brandrup, Bruce Foster, Larry Seidman.