Traveler. Number 1

Access and use

Location of collection:
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

Collection context

Summary

Extent:
15 Items
Creator:
Williams, Thomas Parker
Abstract:
"The Travelers are book objects with unique drawings that are viewed through the windows on the top panels and are moved by sliding the unfolded drawing through the case. The viewer travels through imaginary landscapes as if in a moving vehicle, viewing an ever changing horizon"--Author.
Language:
English .

Background

Physical description:
Accordian bound. Housed in viewer constructed of wood and aluminum bound with black Tyvek. Magnet closure at each end.
Physical facet:
[14] leaves in box : includes illustrations
Dimensions:
13 x 28 cm
Material specific details:
Rare Book Room copy includes author's autograph on colophon: TPW. Rare Book Room copy is 5 of 5. Title and statement of responsibility from colophon. Imprint from distributor. "Edition of 5. Digital print from original drawing 2011/12"--Colophon.

Indexed terms

Subjects:
Landscapes