The collection contains material from fine presses and individual printers in the United States and England, with special emphasis on printers working in California. Items include cards, advertisements, invitations, and other printed materials.

A mixture of programs for Oscar Wilde plays or productions inspired by his work.

Printed booklets and ephemera produced by the San Francisco firm of Taylor and Taylor from 1916 to 1960, including exhibition brochures, school and university catalogs, industrial printing for corporations, and advertisements for businesses. Most businesses and organizations represented were located in the San Francisco area, but places from elsewhere in California are also included.