Miniature Editions in the Collection of the Central Library of the Bulgarian Academy of Sciences Cover Image

Колекция от миниатюрни издания във фонда на Централната библиотека на Българската академия на науките
Miniature Editions in the Collection of the Central Library of the Bulgarian Academy of Sciences

Author(s): Veselina Georgieva
Subject(s): Museology & Heritage Studies, Library and Information Science, Cataloguing
Published by: Университет по библиотекознание и информационни технологии
Keywords: libraries; books; cultural heritage; collection

Summary/Abstract: The paper presents a study of a collection of miniature editions that are housed in the collection of the Central Library of the Bulgarian Academy of Sciences. The purpose of the study is to provide information about this special collection and analyze its significance and applicability. The collection of miniature editions in the collection of the Central Library of the Bulgarian Academy of Sciences is truly exceptional and represents unique examples of artistic and bookmaking. These rare and old books, published in small format, are of exceptional historical and cultural value. The research of the collection explores the history and provenance of each miniature edition, as well as an analysis of the artistic and bookmaking techniques used in their production. This research can be performed with the help of specialist experts and curators who have knowledge in the fields of bibliography, book history and artistic creation. Researching the miniatures collection and using modern technologies for promotion and accessibility can be of enormous benefit to both the collection itself and the wider community, enabling people from different places and interests to enjoy these cultural treasures. The subject of the study is the history, significance, preservation and promotion of the miniature editions in the collection.

  • Issue Year: 4/2023
  • Issue No: 1
  • Page Range: 347-368
  • Page Count: 22
  • Language: Bulgarian
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