Early Book Printing

This pathfinder is to inspire, inform, and educate MFA candidates and others with a passion for printing and books. "Of making many books, there is no end." (Ecclesiastes, Chapter 12, Verse 12).

October 14, 2008

Smell Some Ink

Basler Papiermühle 

     To gather the experiences of early printing practices, a visit to Basler Papiermühle is recommended. This museum offers courses and workshops, equipmental rental, shopping, and a full service printshop. From papermaking to binding, the facility uses historically authentic processes, as well as modern ones, to manufacture a wide range of  products. The links page is well stocked with the names of many Basel museums and others in the region. Also, there are links to paper museums in Europe, Asia, and the United States.

http://www.papiermuseum.ch/en/the-museum/A-working-museum