Early in 1891, a few bookplate collectors met in london to establish the ex libris society, and, at the end of the first year, the society had 300 members, and began publishing its journal of the ex libris. Boston book designer, illustrator and teacher amy maria sacker 18721965 was one of several bookplate artists to be celebrated by the troutsdale press and bookseller charles e. See more ideas about book plates, ex libris, book art. A personal bookplate is an elegant and practical way of solving the problem and gives the book itself a special interest, identity and provenance. A bookplate, also known as exlibris latin, from the books of. Vintage bookplates set of 3 vintage circus bookplates, circus labels, vintage book plates, book. Early in 1891, a few bookplate collectors met in london to establish the ex libris society, and, at the end of the first year, the society had 300 members, and began publishing its journal of the ex libris society. Bookplates and ex libris are rightly admired today as miniature works of art allowing collectors to build. Bookplates and ex libris special collections the university of.
A bookplate or bookplate, 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 on the front endpaper, to indicate ownership. Today im offering a fun free printable of some antique bookplatesive made them in a couple of different colors for you. Info select options a107 ex libris bookplate with child in flight on bird. George steiner is the person for whom designers will prepare the ex libris prints. Jan 12, 2014 this pinboard is a part of my virtual bookplate collection. Many collectors have specialized topics and themes that they focus on. A bookplate, or ex libris, is a small print for pasting inside the cover of a book to express ownership.
Most slightly foxed readers, we suspect, have some irritating gaps on their bookshelves left by favourite titles lent and never returned. 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. Many artists, some famous such as william hogarth, aubrey beardsley and john piper. Reasonably priced, starting at quantities of 50 for custom bookplates. A106 bookplate with open book, candles and ex libris wording. Ex libris anonymous handmade journals from vintage books. Make your prized books unique with honeytree personalised ex libris bookplate labels. Bookplates, also known by the term exlibris, evolved over centuries from simple inscriptions to printed woodcuts to an artistic medium that has. Bookplate history books ex libris paula kuitenbrouwer.
The larger area can be left blank or filled with custom words, to let anyone borrowing your book know who the book belongs to. Many artists, some famous such as william hogarth, aubrey beardsley and john piper, have designed bookplates, and many significant people e. Originating in their modern printed form in 16thcentury germany, where books were highly valuable and treasured, bookplates became an art form practiced. I think the green ones would be pretty in garden books. These are perfect for young children and adults alike as your bookshelf grows and you want to put your own stamp on favourite volumes. Ex libris artists, bookplate artists from over all the world. Bookplates, also known as ex libris, have since the 15th century been placed in books to declare ownership.
A bookplate or bookplate, 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. Slightly worn and soiled, but still in very good condition. Bookplate ink antioch bookplates ex libris for home. 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. See more ideas about bookplate design, ex libris, book plates. This way everyone knows its your book from your personal library. A bookplate also known as exlibris is a printed or decorative label pasted into a book, often on the front endpaper, to indicate ownership. Personalized bookplates most slightly foxed readers, we suspect, have some irritating gaps on their bookshelves left by favourite titles lent and never returned. Primrose hill press is proud to carry a selection of books on the ex libris bookplate and its important role in the history of libraries and private collections as well as the lineage of books in general. Bookplates, also known as ex libris, are usually decorative, with artwork that is meaningful to the book owner.
For any additional information you can contact us using our contactform. Printed on high quality, acidfree, selfadhesive paper. Originally a mark of prestige and status in society, book plates emerged in the fifteenth century and usually bore the owners family coat of arms. We strive to update our catalogue with new pieces several times a month. The first books were highly valuable and prestigious objects to own, hence the first bookplates usually. I drew an engaging ex libris is for those who study, love, writes or owns history books. The larger area can be left blank or filled with custom words, to let anyone borrowing.
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This month we look at a collection of bookplates that belonged to kingsman em forster or his aunt, laura mary forster. Info select options a109 bookplate with home library and globe, ex libris. The art of bookplates in pictures books the guardian. Goodspeed also from boston in a series of short volumes dedicated to the work of ex libris designers of the day. Focus on bookplate artist amy sacker ex libris art. Bookplates can be personalized with the text and font of your choice. Ex libris bookplates are also ideal for books taken to school and out of the house, especially your holiday home. In the united states, bookplates replaced book rhymes after the 19th. 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. A107 ex libris bookplate with child in flight on bird.
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Buy ex libris the art of bookplates online the british. 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. The traditional use of bookplates, begun in the 15th century, is to identify the owner of a book. Bookplates in the archives kings college cambridge. A bookplate, or ex libris, is a small print for pasting inside the cover of a book, to express ownership. Ex libris stickers featuring millions of original designs created by independent artists. Should you fail to return this book, the argus eye at you will look. 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. Primrose hill press is proud to carry a selection of books on the. Our artshop has a vast catalogue of exlibris bookplates, all ordered by artist. Ex libris is a latin phrase that means from the books. Ex libris design bookplates are traditionally used to.
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