New England Book of Fruits (1847) is part of the Bob Harvey collection at Iowa State University. On receipt it was missing a little over 50% of the original spine. The board to textblock attachment was intact and held together with three strong cords on each board. Due to the strong board attachment it was decided that a new Moriki spine piece would be slotted in under the cover board cloth and wrapped around the spine. Japanese hinges were also attached at the inner joints for added strength and stability. In addition all four corners were consolidated and covered with Moriki.
Spine and upper board before conservation.
Spine and upper board after conservation.
Foredge and lower board before conservation.
Foredge and lower board after conservation.
Inside joint of upper board before conservation.
Inside joint of lower board after conservation.
Inside joint of lower board after conservation.
Inside joint of lower board after conservation.
