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Discover the art and history of book-plates, and how owners marked their libraries with style and pride.
This approachable history traces how labels inside book covers became a silent language of ownership, taste, and identity. From early European styles to American colonial examples, the book surveys the varied designs, artists, and social meanings that shaped this small but influential art form. Readers will encounter heraldry, monograms, and imaginative motifs that reveal who owned a book and what they valued.
Along the way, you’ll meet legendary early engravers and notable collectors, and see how book-plates reflected shifting fashions across centuries. The discussion covers examples from England, France, and the American colonies, tying together cultural context with the colorful plates that once marked treasured volumes.
- Clear explanations of what book-plates are and how they function in marking ownership
- Historical progression from heraldic to more varied and personal designs
- Profiles of notable engravers, collectors, and landmark examples
- Connections between plate design, taste, and social status across Europe and America
Ideal for readers curious about book history, collecting, and the small details that reveal big cultural stories.
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book explores the fascinating subject of bookplates, labels primarily used to denote ownership of books, and their significance in the world of literature. Bookplates have been used for centuries, and this book traces their history from their origins in Germany in the late 15th century to their widespread use in the 18th century. The author discusses the different styles of bookplates, which vary according to the period in which they were produced, as well as the social and cultural context in which they were created. The book also includes a comprehensive catalogue of bookplates, making it an essential reference for collectors and enthusiasts alike. This book sheds light on the rich history of bookplates and will appeal to anyone interested in the history of books, printing, and the decorative arts. 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. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781331989196_0
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From the Books of Laurence Hutton (Classic Reprint)
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Forgotten Books, 2015
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ISBN 13 : 9781331989196
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