The fabulous woodcut design bookplate above was found in a 1935 edition of the plays of anton chekhov. The art of bookplates in pictures books the guardian. A bookplate is sometimes called an ex libris in reference to the latin inscription meaning from the books of found on most examples. We hope that, viewing the often beautiful art pieces, you can make a choice.
Entry for bookplates 1911 encyclopedia britannica one of 8 bible encyclopedias freely available, this resource contained over 40 million words in nearly 40,000 articles written by 1,500 respected authors. Now everyone has more creative time to design a superb ex libris for the tribute to george steiner 19292020. Dated bookplates ex libris with a treatise on their origin and development by walter hamilton. Bookplates, also known by the term ex libris, evolved over centuries from simple inscriptions to printed woodcuts to an artistic medium that has attracted worldclass artists and illustrators. The plates feature finely detailed engraving and etching, and serve as outstanding examples of period book art and typography. Exlibris by walter harris, 1953 the collecting of bookplates as a hobby appears to be a thing of yesterday. See more ideas about ex libris, book art and prints. Reasonably priced, starting at quantities of 50 for custom. From earliest times, people have indicated their ownership of texts with a variety of marks.
Bookplates or exlibris the insect collectors forum. Ex libris art dedicated to the collection of ex libris. A bookplate junkie on the basics of collecting ex libris collectors. Printed on high quality, acidfree, selfadhesive paper. Here is an example of a famous french entomologist, jacques negre, who had 2 different exlibris, probably an earlier one and a later one together with a gilding iron to print with gold on the. I buy, sell and exchange bookplates of good artistic. Other ex libris collectors look at book ownership rather than the artist who created the bookplate for example, an ex libris from the personal books of charlie chaplin, sir arthur conan doyle or charles. By the late 19th century, bookplates had developed into a highly imaginative form of.
What is the meaning of c3, c5, x2 and so on in the description of a bookplate. Ex libris bookplate books, articles and ads related to. Samuel pepys and rudyard kipling have used them, but a personal bookplate has been available to anyone owning a library and wishing to place in. A handbook for exlibris collectors see other formats. For any additional information you can contact us using our contactform. Unite your personal library with a set of quality, custom made bookplates. Our artshop has a vast catalogue of exlibrisbookplates, all ordered by artist. Bookplate mania in america and england peaked from 1890 to about 1920. Whatever your own specialization, this website is a place to share our love of ex libris through images and historical articles. A bookplate or book plate, as it was commonly styled until the early 20th century, also known as exlibris latin for from the books or library, is a printed or decorative label pasted into a book, often. Antique book plates known more generally as book plates, ex libris are prints, drawings or watercolors designed by artists to be inserted into the front of books to display ownership.
Choose from a host of designs created by on online. The plates feature finely detailed engraving and etching, and serve as. The bookplate, or ex libris, is a label affixed to the inside front cover of a book. Three volumes, with volume two covering the eighteenth century. So in 2012 we celebrated the societys 40th anniversary. Many collectors have specialized topics and themes that they focus on. Collecting began seriously in the middle of the last century but was probably.
Bookplates can be personalized with the text and font of your choice. Bookplate ink antioch bookplates ex libris for home. In 1901 winfred was collecting book plates and started to print books that showcased the work of famous book plate artists. Ex libris society catalogue of the sixth exhibition, 1897 a booklet devoted to the bookplates of elisha brown bird, by winfred porter. Random thoughts from a passionate bookplate collector. Our bookplate competition serves as a tribute to this great man of letters. The study of and the taste for collecting bookplates hardly date farther back than the year 1860. Represented in the collection are prominent american bookplate artists such as william fowler hopson and joseph winfred spenceley, as well as. George steiner is the person for whom designers will prepare the ex libris prints. Our purpose is to encourage the production, use, collecting, and study of bookplates. Is it important that a bookplate is signed by the artist. I tend to spend my time and energy searching for 18thcentury american ex libris, bookplates from the libraries of famous people from any country, and bookplates with jewish signs or symbols. An international society of collectors, bibliophiles, artists and others dedicated to promoting bookplate study.
Exlibris bookplate collection special collections images. The ex libris plate pictured at top of page was customprinted. Jan 12, 2014 this pinboard is a part of my virtual bookplate collection. They take pride in one of the largest collections of the world with about 450. Endlessly diverse and appealing, bookplates also called ex libris, latin for from the books of are small decorative labels to be pasted inside a books cover to express personal. The first real impetus was given by the appearance of a guide to the study of bookplates exlibris, by lord. Bookplates, sometimes called ex libris, have a long and interesting history. A bookplate, or ex libris, is a small print for pasting inside the cover of a book, to express ownership. Many artists, some famous such as william hogarth, aubrey beardsley and john piper, have designed bookplates, and many significant people e. The exlibris, or bookplate, emerged along with printing in germany in the late 15th century exlibris can take a. Walter hamilton in his book french bookplates, dates the first french ex libris to 1574, which reads, ex bibliotheca caroli albosii e.
Bookplates, also known as ex libris, have since the 15th century been placed in books to declare ownership. She seems to have been collecting bookplates as early as 1917, and the collection contains her notes about bookplate collections and sources, as well as a few notes from correspondents sending along. For me, part of the attraction in collecting and studying bookplates lies in coming across exlibris that i have not seen before. Several book plates were made for winfred and amy during this time. Vassar college library, ex libris with reproduction of wood engraving of library by ruzicka. Info select options a108 cat and owner by fireplace bookplate. A106 bookplate with open book, candles and ex libris wording. A brief history of personalized bookplates literary hub.
Founded in 1972, the bookplate society is the direct descendant of the worlds first such organisation, the ex libris society, 18911908, and its creation and successor, the bookplate exchange club. Collection of bookplates donated by the brooklyn museum bkp 33 particularly in the late 19th and early 20th century, the exchange value of. Info select options a107 ex libris bookplate with child in flight on bird. We strive to update our catalogue with new pieces several times a month.
Today, if there are even 200 bookplate collectors in the united states i would be very surprised. Ex libris rediscovering bookplates the heritage portal. Beautiful book plates that are ideal for anyones personal library, had to buy two packs as my mum had to have them as well lol you get 55 book plates all are beautiful and well made, i had no. Personal and institutional bookplates from america, australia, canada, england, and germany. We invite the finest artists in the world to celebrate george steiner for his work, his vision, his books through a personal ex libris. The ex libris collection consists of nineteenth and twentiethcentury bookplates from private and institutional libraries. A bookplate junkie on the basics of collecting ex libris. Journal on a budget, video 25, diy book plates, tutorial. Other ex libris collectors look at book ownership rather than the artist who created the bookplate for example, an ex libris from the personal books of charlie chaplin, sir arthur conan doyle or charles dickens. Massachusetts historical society bookplate collection. See more ideas about ex libris, book art and painting edges. Dec 28, 20 bookplates exlibris made by italian artists andor for italian owners. Bookplates, also known by the term exlibris, evolved over centuries from simple inscriptions to printed woodcuts to an artistic medium that has attracted worldclass artists and illustrators.
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