Ex libris book plates collecting

The bookplate collection, part i recently, as i was searching the archives, i came across a box of bookplates which had been collected during the early 1900s. We invite the finest artists in the world to celebrate george steiner for his work, his vision, his books through a personal ex libris. A brief history of personalized bookplates literary hub. From earliest times, people have indicated their ownership of texts with a variety of marks. A106 bookplate with open book, candles and ex libris wording. For me, part of the attraction in collecting and studying bookplates lies in coming across exlibris that i have not seen before.

Random thoughts from a passionate bookplate collector. The exlibris, or bookplate, emerged along with printing in germany in the late 15th century exlibris can take a. Jan 12, 2014 this pinboard is a part of my virtual bookplate collection. 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. Info select options a108 cat and owner by fireplace bookplate. 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. Bookplate mania in america and england peaked from 1890 to about 1920. The ex libris collection consists of nineteenth and twentiethcentury bookplates from private and institutional libraries. An international society of collectors, bibliophiles, artists and others dedicated to promoting bookplate study. 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. Dec 28, 20 bookplates exlibris made by italian artists andor for italian owners. 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.

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. A bookplate, or ex libris, is a small print for pasting inside the cover of a book, to express ownership. Vassar college library, ex libris with reproduction of wood engraving of library by ruzicka. 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. We hope that, viewing the often beautiful art pieces, you can make a choice. So in 2012 we celebrated the societys 40th anniversary. Bookplates or exlibris the insect collectors forum. Unite your personal library with a set of quality, custom made bookplates. 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, also known as ex libris, have since the 15th century been placed in books to declare ownership. Represented in the collection are prominent american bookplate artists such as william fowler hopson and joseph winfred spenceley, as well as.

For any additional information you can contact us using our contactform. Several book plates were made for winfred and amy during this time. 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. The study of and the taste for collecting bookplates hardly date farther back than the year 1860. Ex libris art dedicated to the collection of ex libris. The first real impetus was given by the appearance of a guide to the study of bookplates exlibris, by lord. The plates feature finely detailed engraving and etching, and serve as outstanding examples of period book art and typography. What is the meaning of c3, c5, x2 and so on in the description of a bookplate.

A bookplate is sometimes called an ex libris in reference to the latin inscription meaning from the books of found on most examples. We strive to update our catalogue with new pieces several times a month. 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. By the late 19th century, bookplates had developed into a highly imaginative form of. Ex libris bookplate books, articles and ads related to. 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. Dated bookplates ex libris with a treatise on their origin and development by walter hamilton. Whatever your own specialization, this website is a place to share our love of ex libris through images and historical articles. 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.

A bookplate junkie on the basics of collecting ex libris collectors. Ex libris society catalogue of the sixth exhibition, 1897 a booklet devoted to the bookplates of elisha brown bird, by winfred porter. They take pride in one of the largest collections of the world with about 450. Reasonably priced, starting at quantities of 50 for custom. The plates feature finely detailed engraving and etching, and serve as. Info select options a107 ex libris bookplate with child in flight on bird. 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. Choose from a host of designs created by on online. George steiner is the person for whom designers will prepare the ex libris prints. Our bookplate competition serves as a tribute to this great man of letters. 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. Our purpose is to encourage the production, use, collecting, and study of bookplates.

The bookplate, or ex libris, is a label affixed to the inside front cover of a book. Personal and institutional bookplates from america, australia, canada, england, and germany. A bookplate junkie on the basics of collecting ex libris. Exlibris by walter harris, 1953 the collecting of bookplates as a hobby appears to be a thing of yesterday. Bookplate ink antioch bookplates ex libris for home. Journal on a budget, video 25, diy book plates, tutorial.

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. Three volumes, with volume two covering the eighteenth century. See more ideas about ex libris, book art and painting edges. Our artshop has a vast catalogue of exlibrisbookplates, all ordered by artist. Bookplates, sometimes called ex libris, have a long and interesting history.

In 1901 winfred was collecting book plates and started to print books that showcased the work of famous book plate artists. A handbook for exlibris collectors see other formats. Printed on high quality, acidfree, selfadhesive paper. See more ideas about ex libris, book art and prints. Walter hamilton in his book french bookplates, dates the first french ex libris to 1574, which reads, ex bibliotheca caroli albosii e. Massachusetts historical society bookplate collection. Today, if there are even 200 bookplate collectors in the united states i would be very surprised.