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Collection of book illustrations

 Collection
Call Number: AOB 75
Scope and Contents

This collection comprises illustrations salvaged from damaged bound volumes. Thus, many plates are lacking for each publication.

Language of Materials

In English, French, and German.

Conditions Governing Access

The materials are open for research.

Conditions Governing Use

Copyright has not been transferred to Yale University.

Immediate Source of Acquisition

The Collection of Book Illustrations was housed in the former Arts of the Book Collection until its transfer to the Robert B. Haas Family Arts Library in 2008.

Arrangement

Organized into three series: I. English. II. French. III. German.

The materials are arranged by language (of publication or publisher). If known, the publication is identified. Otherwise, a description of the subject matter identifies the materials.

Dates
1793-20th century
Extent
1.67 Linear Feet (4 boxes)
Language of Materials
English
Language of Materials
English
Script
Latin
Language of Materials
French
Script
Latin
Language of Materials
German
Script
Latin