Excerpt from Ex Libris: Essays of a Collector
Florence Sylva Wheeler. By Edmund H. Garrett Mary E. Norcross. By Edmund H. Garrett William H. Chase. By Sydney L. Smith.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This fascinating book uncovers the artistic and historical tradition of bookplates, those delightful personal labels used to identify book owners. Originating in Germany in the late 15th century, these intricate and often beautiful prints proliferated especially in France, England, and America. This book provides a detailed survey of these bibliophilic treasures, capturing their variety, aesthetic appeal, and historical significance. The book explores the evolution of bookplate design, from its heraldic beginnings to whimsical allegorical representations and finally to modern artistic expressions. Profusely illustrated, it showcases examples from renowned engravers and includes commentary that illuminates the fascinating stories and personalities behind these tiny works of art. This book offers a rich insight into the history of book collecting, the art of printing, and the enduring allure of books themselves. It will captivate bibliophiles, art lovers, and anyone intrigued by the charming world of bookplates. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781331195078_0
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PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # LW-9781331195078
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PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # LW-9781331195078
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Condition: Sehr gut. Zustand: Sehr gut | Sprache: Englisch | Produktart: Bücher | Keine Beschreibung verfügbar. Seller Inventory # 25910680/2