Restoration

For over a century we have specialized in the rebinding and repair of bibles and our staff is skilled in all areas of bible work. The bindery stocks both smooth and pebble grained morocco leathers, and we can create simple flexible leather covers on hand-held Bibles or magnificent bindings for pulpit bibles and Books of Common Prayer.

We take pride in the care we give to restoring older family table-top bibles from the 19th century. Books of Remembrance, Hymnals, Missals and other religious works are all rebound or restored to the highest level of workmanship. We also work with calligraphers for special presentation pages or dedications.

In our shop we have more than 3,000 brass finishing tools for gold work. These allow our finishers to match any binding style, from medieval to modern. We still use genuine gold leaf (not foil) which imparts a brilliance and vitality that is unsurpassed. We stock imported calfskins of excellent quality, along with top grades of Nigerian Moroccos. Harcourt's collection of hand marbled papers ranges from 18th century facsimiles to genuine 19th century papers; modern papers include batik, printed stock, and hand marbled papers from craftsmen representing seven countries.

Our staff is also skilled in antique sprinkling techniques, laced-in bindings, and other technical aspects of historical bindings.

We also specialize in creating unique or traditional Books of Remembrance, ledgers, guest books, blank books and diaries.