Paste papers by Scarlett MacHaugh for books bound by Gray Parrot
Overview
Decorative paste papers created by Christine Covert and partner Gray Parrot using the shared pseudonym Scarlett MacHaugh.
Dates
- Creation: 2003-2021
Creator
- MacHaugh, Scarlett (Person)
Condition Description
In excellent condition.
Conditions Governing Access
Open for research.
Extent
.04 linear feet (1 folder)Five sheets, each stamped and dated on the verso with bibliographical detail for the book that was bound by Gray Parrot and decorated with the paper.
Biographical / Historical
Gray Parrot is an American bookbinder. He was trained by Master Bookbinder Arno Werner who was himself trained in the guild system in Germany; Parrot subsequently studied fine finishing techniques at the Legatoria Artistica in Ascona, Switzerland. He established his own bindery in 1973 in Hancock, Maine.
Scarlett MacHaugh (a play on "scarlet macaw") is a pseudonym used by Gray Parrot and partner Christine Covert when they collaborate.
Arrangement
Arranged as received.
Immediate Source of Acquisition
Gift of Gray Parrot, 2022 January 10.
Processing Information
This collection was processed to a basic level with minimal rehousing, organization, and preservation. (Melanie Wisner, 2022)
Cultural context
- Title
- MacHaugh, Scarlett. Paste papers by Scarlett MacHaugh for books bound by Gray Parrot, 2003-2021 (MS Typ 1313): Guide
- Status
- completed
- Author
- Houghton Library, Harvard University
- Date
- 2022 February 4
- Description rules
- dacs
- Language of description
- eng
- EAD ID
- hou03434
Repository Details
Part of the Houghton Library Repository
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