Michael Peich paper specimens catalogs collection

Collection

Identifier: MSS 0805

Staff Only

Scope and Contents

The Michael Peich paper specimens catalogs collection comprises American and worldwide paper manufacturers’ sample books sent to Peich and Aralia Press from 1977-2008, largely advertising hand- and machine-made art and printing paper. Many of the booklets contain price lists and descriptions of their advertised papers in addition to their featured specimens.

The sample booklets are arranged alphabetically by paper manufacturer and/or wholesaler and further arranged by title. The catalogs and booklets were often “titled” by their manufacturers according to their featured paper(s), for example “Fine Art Papers”. Similarly broader titles were used for multiple-specimen catalogs, such as “Great Names, Great Designers, Great Papers”. The collection contains samples from large importers and distributors such as Andrews, Nelson, Whitehead; Legion Paper Corporation; and New York Central Art Supply, as well samples and specimens from smaller, craft proprietors and enthusiasts such as Maziarczyk Paperworks; Mohawk Paper Mills; and Twinrocker Handmade Paper.

The collection also contains a small amount of printing and papermaking correspondence and ephemera sent to Michael Peich from 1983-1997. These materials are arranged chronologically.

Dates

Creation: 1977-2008

Creator

Peich, Michael (Person)

Language of Materials

Materials in English, German, and Italian.

Access Information

The collection is open for research.

Conditions Governing Use

Use of materials from this collection beyond the exceptions provided for in the Fair Use and Educational Use clauses of the U.S. Copyright Law may violate federal law. Permission to publish or reproduce is required from the copyright holder. Please contact Special Collections Department, University of Delaware Library, https://library.udel.edu/static/purl.php?askspec

Biographical Note

Michael Peich is an emeritus professor of English at West Chester University. In 1982, he founded the Aralia Press, a fine arts press used to teach university students the art of printing. Aralia Press predominantly prints works by aspiring and contemporary poets.

West Chester University digital collections. [Aralia Press digital collection overview] (Nov. 2017) https://library.wcupa.edu/digitalarchives/araliapress (accessed March 23, 2018)Stillman, Michael. Michael Peich & Aralia Press from Oak Knoll Books (Jul. 2017)http://www.rarebookhub.com/reviews/2042/print?page_id=3551 (accessed March 23, 2018)

Extent

2.5 linear foot (3 boxes)

Additional Description

Abstract

Michael Peich is an emeritus professor of English at West Chester University. In 1982, he founded the Aralia Press, a fine arts press used to teach university students the art of printing. The Michael Peich paper specimens catalogs collection comprises American and worldwide paper manufacturers’ sample books sent to Peich and Aralia Press from 1977-2008, largely advertising hand- and machine-made art and printing paper.