Synopsis
Explore a rare catalog of copper-engraved book-plates by Edwin Davis French This volume gathers an extensive list of plates, offering a window into late 19th-century book-plate design and collection practice. It includes descriptive notes, plate numbers, and references to the artist’s studio, making it a valuable resource for readers and collectors alike. This edition presents the impressions from original coppers and situates each plate within French’s serious body of work, while also noting special cases and variations. It’s a focused, historical reference that highlights the craft and cataloging of book-plates from a pivotal American engraver.
- See the progression of plates by year and designer, including anonymous and named works.
- Learn how variations and substitutions affected plate numbers and catalog entries.
- Discover context about the author’s studio, process, and archival notes.
- Understand the scope of a printed collectors’ catalog from 1899.
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