Series 4: Bookplates, 1931-1994
Scope and Contents note
James Hayes was a renowned designer of calligraphic bookplates. This short series derives from his own files on bookplate work, both his own and that of others which he collected by exchange of specimens.
Dates
- Creation: 1931-1994
Creator
- From the Collection: Hayes, James (Person)
Conditions Governing Access
The James Hayes papers are open for research in the Special Collections Reading Room; 1 box at a time (Priority III).
Arrangement note
There are four sections: Bookplate Exhibits in which Hayes' work was represented; Bookplate Exchanges with other collectors; other Bookplates Collected. Grouped by location of design or manufacture (all in Box 25); and Commissions of bookplates from Hayes, arranged chronologically in Box 26 and 27.
Repository Details
Part of the The Newberry Library - Modern Manuscripts and Archives Repository
60 West Walton Street
Chicago Illinois 60610 United States
312-255-3512
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