If you want to make a simple enclosure to protect your artists' book, try a four-flap enclosure box, an easy to make box that librarians and archivists use! Acid-free file folders are easily available at office supply stores.
https://sustainableheritagenetwork.org/digital-heritage/making-four-flap-enclosure-library-and-archival-materials-tutorial
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