Apr 26, 2011 a bookplate, or ex libris, is a small print for pasting inside the cover of a book, to express ownership. It is a miniature graphic art print developed to adorn books providing a convenient, individualized way for the books owner to be identified. I think the green ones would be pretty in garden books. A bookplate also known as exlibris is usually a small printed or decorative label pasted into a book, often on the front endpaper, to indicate ownership. The bookplate, or ex libris, is a label affixed to the inside front cover of a book.
A strange choice of words perhaps, but that is my gut feeling. Bookplate mania in america and england peaked from 1890 to about 1920. Unite your personal library with a set of quality, custom made bookplates. Ever wish there were a better way to lay claim to the books in your library than just scribbling your name on the inside cover. They were the earliest known marks of ownership of books, often bearing the name, motto, device, coatofarms, crest, badge, or any motif that related to the owner of the book. Sep 22, 2009 today im offering a fun free printable of some antique bookplates ive made them in a couple of different colors for you. While the designs on bookplates were highly personalized in order to clearly identify a. Ex libris bookplates are also ideal for books taken to school and out of the house, especially your holiday home. Find unique bookplates to make your book your own with zazzle. Bookplate ink antioch bookplates ex libris for home, schools and libraries. As bookplate collecting gathered momentum in the late nineteenth century, the ex libris society was formed in london in 1891, and this interest was transplanted to australia by a small number of passionate collectors of bookplates largely in armorial form.
Ex libris john neander sweden, 1910 library posters, book markers, personalized books. Transform your gifts into unforgettable memories with personalized bookplates and products from evermine. Reasonably priced, starting at quantities of 50 for custom bookplates. 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. Albrecht durer is known to have engraved at least six plates some quite large between 1503 and 1516, and. 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. Indicate book ownership in style with these ex libris stamps. As we said before, it is a good way to get a personalized image that conveys our tastes or hobbies in each marking. Info buy b211 bookplate with gnome walking, nonpersonalized. Spruce up any event with spectacular stickers bookplates from zazzle. If you might have some questions, you will find the answers here. Info select options b210 ex libris bookplate design by cullen rapp. Custom bookplate labels are the perfect compliment to organize a library.
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 is sometimes called an ex libris in reference to the latin inscription meaning. Large selection of classic antioch bookplate designs. So in 2012 we celebrated the societys 40th anniversary. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options.
A bookplate junkie on the basics of collecting ex libris. 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. Letterpress reading squirrel ex libris kids bookplates, made in the. A bookplate, or ex libris, is a small print for pasting inside the cover of a book, to express ownership. Make your prized books unique with honeytree personalised ex libris bookplate labels. They also make perfect gifts for a teachers lending library, college students bookcase, babys nursery bookshelf and are great for a home library.
Dated book plates ex libris with a treatise on their origin and development by walter hamilton. Occasionally, the lucky collector may find a bookplate in a volume or hidden away on a shelf at a rare book dealers shop. Help make sure your kids personal library or school textbooks are never lost or stolen with bookplates that are personalized just for him or her. From a collection of book plate designs, by louis rhead, boston, exlibris of maxim gorky sources. Finally we can also add our name to our ex libris as it is the mark that will indicate the ownership of our book. Library of ex libris book embossing press origi his bookplate pasted inside see photo 2item specificscondition. 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 usually a small printed or decorative label pasted into a book, often on the front endpaper, to indicate ownership.
Bookplate ink antioch bookplates ex libris for home. Moon garden personalized bookplates vintage book plates ex libris. Bookplates can be personalized with the text and font of your choice. Perfect for those landmark birthdays, as a retirement gift, or to mark other milestones. The ex libris plate pictured at top of page was customprinted. Info buy b208 man on ladder the bookworm bookplate, nonpersonalized. Theres an antique bookstore in montpelier, vt that i always visit whenever we make a.
Also known as ex libris, meaning from the library of, the bookplate has been gracing the inside front covers of books for centuries. Ex libris crazy cat lady crazy cats curious cat i love books i love cats cat art book lovers book worms one of our most popular designs, this delightful cat atop a stack of books was originally a private design by ladonna ruth brooks. Somehow, knowing precisely when a bookplate was engraved is very orderly and comforting. The bookplates of 31 famous men the art of manliness.
These drew from classical and symbolist iconography, eschewing hereditary marks. Which, lets admit it, ends up being so nondescript that it doesnt even register to loanee, who will inevitably just shelve the book as his own. B208 carl spitzweg man on ladder the bookworm bookplate. Non personalized bookplates in packets of 20 and larger quantities. Featured on oprahs o list, these archival, personalized bookplates boast a bevy of wonderful watercolor illustrations for men, women, and children. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. The site is steadily growing and being updated, s o come back very often. The art of bookplates in pictures books the guardian. Free printable vintage bookplates the graphics fairy. Find unique ex libris bookplates to make your book your own with zazzle. This website offers you a lot of information about the art of the ex libris and the chance to acquire some at a reasonable price. Files available via instant digital download at shopdigitaleffects. Printed on high quality, acidfree, selfadhesive paper.
Bookplates for sale in uk 48 secondhand bookplates. By the late 19th century, bookplates had developed into a highly imaginative form of. Ex libris, vintage posters, vintage art, locuciones latinas. At its most basic, a bookplate is a slip of paper bearing the name of the books owner. Simple typographical bookplates are termed book labels. 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. Personalized bookplates most slightly foxed readers, we suspect, have some irritating gaps on their bookshelves left by favourite titles lent and never returned. Botanical bookplates personalized book plates ex libris etsy. Your inscription and artwork are prepared by a graphic designer, and printed on a world class press to premium paper, trimmed to size, and p ackaged in a boxed kit that includes your set of custom bookplates with adhesive of your choice, applicator, and instructions. Personalized kids bookplates and custom book labels. Bookplates stamps, personalize your library in an original.
Custom library stamp self inking, self inking library stamp custom, ex libris self inking library stamp, personalized stamp for books. Design your own high quality bookplates and book labels. Get cozy and expand your home library with a large online selection of books at. In recent years, bookplates have been used to offer the collector author signed plates to enhance the value and collectability of a volume. Two excellent reference books about dated bookplates are. A bookplate represents pride in the ownership of books. Jan 12, 2015 print your own replica vintage bookplates. Jan 05, 2017 the university of british columbia library has digitized hundreds of highly personalized bookplates from the 19th and early 20thcenturies. Weekendyay20 free shipping with zazzle black learn more. The fabulous woodcut design bookplate above was found in a 1935 edition of the plays of anton chekhov. Bookplate ink antioch bookplates ex libris for home, schools and. Also known as ex libris, meaning from the library of, the bookplate has.
The bookplate collector may choose to pursue a particular theme, and will trade with other collectors to add to his stock. These are perfect for young children and adults alike as your bookshelf grows and you want to put your own stamp on favourite volumes. We print bookplates with custom artwork for a unique look. A brief history of personalized bookplates literary hub. Create your custom ex libris stamp now as you have it recreated in your mind. Bookplates vintage book labels gorgeous personalized gift, ex libris.
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