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-Max MarblesBefore Restoration
After Restoration
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Category Archives: odd stuff
Progeny: Gramma done good!
This Family Bible and its genealogy pages is about to be repaired. Read the inscription on the back.
Posted in 19th century, ancestors, ancestry, bible, family bible, family tree, genealogy, odd stuff
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Tom Glass
Tom Glass visits the bindery of Max Marbles. Continue reading
Posted in 19th century, buddies, cdv, civil war, date photos, odd stuff
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Texas Jack Photo Restoration
Texas Jack photo restored by bookbinder, Max Marbles. Continue reading
Posted in 19th century, cleaning, closeup, conservation, date photos, odd stuff, photography
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1818 Psalms & Sacred Musick Completed
An early 19th century binding is mended and ready for use. Continue reading
Posted in closeup, conservation, corners, embrittle paper, leather, odd stuff, paper, paper mending, spine, tightback
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Unusual Binding: 1818 Psalms & Sacred Musick
An unusually styled double book binding has found its way to the bindery. Continue reading
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