An Essay on Colophons, with Specimens and Translations

Name: An Essay on Colophons, with Specimens and Translations
Author: Alfred W. Pollard

By Alfred W. Pollard

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The essay examines the origin, terminology, and practical role of the colophon in manuscripts and early printed books, then offers a systematic survey of colophons from prominent printing centers. It reproduces specimens with transcriptions and translations and analyzes categories such as printers’, publishers’, and authors’ colophons, along with repetitions, adaptations, and methods of dating. An introductory discussion places the colophon in bibliographical and historical context, while commentary, comparative notes, and indexes support identification and further study.

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Alfred W. Pollard

Alfred W. Pollard was a notable English bibliographer and book historian, recognized for his contributions to the study of early printed books and book illustration. His works often explore the intersection of literature and visual art, particularly in the 15th and 16th centuries. Among his key publications are "Early Illustrated Books: A History of the Decoration and Illustration of Books in the 15th and 16th Centuries," which delves into the artistic aspects of book production during the Renaissance, and "An Essay on Colophons, with Specimens and Translations," where he examines the significance of colophons in the history of publishing. Pollard's scholarship has left a lasting impact on the field of bibliology.