The Codex
The full title is The historical development of THE CODEX from the second century to the present day shown in seven miniature models. As the title suggests, this is a set of seven miniature books, each about 75 x 50 mm (3 x 2 inches), housed in an oak box, accompanied by a descriptive booklet.
The books are made so as to expose the details of the bindings, and they are as follows:
Second century - early Coptic binding
Eight century - late Coptic binding
Tenth century - Carolingian binding
Fifteenth century - Gothic binding
Seventeenth century binding
Nineteenth century - case binding
Twentieth century - perfect binding
The complete set is priced at $500, plus shipping ($25 within the USA, $50 outside the USA). These sets are made to order, which may take several weeks; pay is not due until delivery. To order a set, and to get a delivery estimate, please contact me.
