Linen. See English linen.
Linen-finish buckram. Polished buckram and satin-finish book cloth. Manufactured by Jos. Bancroft & Sons Co., Rockford, near Wilmington, Del. (New York agent, Albert D. Smith, 35–37 Thomas St., New York.) The special features of these cloths, in which it is claimed they are superior, are uniformity of color, finish and fabric, wearing qualities, tensile strength, and easy application of decoration, ink or metal.
Lining papers. The colored or marbled paper at each end of a book. Called also End papers, which see.
Loose back. See Back, tight and loose.
Low buckram. See English linen.
Lying press. The term applied to the under side of the cutting press when used for backing. Usually called laying press.
Maioli style. A style prior to and contemporary with the early (Italian) examples of the Grolier. Generally composed of a framework of shields or medallions, with a design of scrollwork flowing through it. Portions of the design are usually studded with gold dots. Ornaments are of moresque character.
Marbled calf. Calf so treated with acid that it bears some resemblance to marble.
Marbler. A workman who marbles the edges of the leaves.
Marbling. A process of decorating sheets of paper and edges of books with variegated colors in irregular patterns.