Ex libris bookplates range from the simple to the decorative and elaborate, the obscure or. Jacques daguilar also has 2 different exlibris some more book plates of famous entomologists. Jun 21, 2011 endlessly diverse and appealing, bookplates also called ex libris, latin for from the books of are small decorative labels to be pasted inside a book s cover to express personal ownership. Advertizing definition more definition of wikipedia.
Ex libris band, a dutch metal band ex libris bookshop, a swiss retail company ex libris, a 2000 episode of the television series charmedex libris. Here is an example of a famous french entomologist, jacques negre, who had 2 different ex libris, probably an earlier one and a later one together with a gilding iron to print with gold on the spine of his books. Early rich book owners commissioned artists to make the first bookplates using the persons family coat of arms or emblems. The lettering on all the plates is pretty much the same, but it is readable which is the principal thing. 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 spine of his books. 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. Oct 21, 2011 thats part of the reason why i found ex libris. A collection of masonic bookplates or exlibris by brother. 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. The first books were highly valuable and prestigious objects to own, hence the first. Bird is a boston man, and a graduate of the massachusetts institute of technology, and from his experience there gained his first knowledge of light and. A bookplate is a small printed label which is adhered to a book, most often inside the front cover. Ex libris bookplates range from the simple to the decorative and elaborate.
See more ideas about ex libris, book art and books. Choose your bookplate from the hundreds of beautiful designs donated by artists and illustrators. Bookplate mania in america and england peaked from 1890 to about 1920. Ex libris group, an israeli software company that sells library automation software. 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 a printed or decorative label pasted into a book, often on the front endpaper, to indicate ownership. Book one is a top recommendation for any fantasy collection and begins a new series telling of one isaac vainio. Unite your personal library with a set of quality, custom made bookplates. Ex libris definition of ex libris by the free dictionary. I think they are a perfect match for a book that you want to hold on to for a long time. We always protect the privacy of our customers and dont publicize bookplates without permission. Great art wallpaper old style map of the world retro world map sephia, wall decoration. The words ex libris are simply the use of latin to establish the ownership of the book. Exlibris bookplate collection special collections images. Designs are ex libris with eyeglasses and this book belongs to with from line, print on labels or paper.
Reasonably priced, starting at quantities of 50 for custom bookplates. A handbook for exlibris collectors see other formats. Originating in their modern printed form in 16thcentury germany, where books were highly valuable and treasured, bookplates became an art form practiced by artists across. Photography book plates ex libris, ex libris bookplate vintage.
Originating in their modern printed form in 16thcentury germany, where books were highly valuable and treasured, bookplates became an art form practiced. The bookplates of 31 famous men theres an antique bookstore in montpelier, vt that i always visit whenever we make a trip out to the green mountain state. If you might have some questions, you will find the answers here. Other bookplates have an image that is a visual pun on the name of the owner. Bookplates or exlibris the insect collectors forum. The first books were highly valuable and prestigious objects to own, hence. A bookplate, also known as exlibris latin, from the books of. The bookplate is usually of paper on which heraldic or other designs are engraved or printed. We print bookplates with custom artwork for a unique look. Its a classy way to say and display your appreciation for the written word and the effort skilled authors put into their works of art. Bookplate ink antioch bookplates ex libris for home.
By the late 19th century, bookplates had developed into. They are a common form of wording on the label and many people refer to them as ex libris, rather than bookplates. 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. Ex libris art dedicated to the collection of ex libris and. Bookplates article about bookplates by the free dictionary. This way everyone knows its your book from your personal library. Browse through some of the best examples from the british museums. May 23, 2011 a bookplate, or ex libris, is a small print for pasting inside the cover of a book to express ownership.
Lately, though, weve printed several beautiful designs to use for booksignings whose owners have been happy to share. The following is a detailed definition from wikipedia. Bookplates and ex libris are rightly admired today as miniature works of art allowing collectors to build an affordable collection of original and often signed art works in a variety of print techniques such as etching, woodblock, intaglio and aquatint. Apr 26, 2011 a bookplate, or ex libris, is a small print for pasting inside the cover of a book, to express ownership. There is a bookplate for every book, in colour or black and white, large, medium or small and with different wording and themes. Wiggishoff, dictionnaire des dessinateurs et graveurs dexlibris francais, paris, 1915. A bookplate, or ex libris, is a small print for pasting inside the cover of a book, to express ownership. Durer and holbein designed and engraved a number of bookplates.
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. A bookplate, or ex libris, is a small print for pasting inside the cover of a book to express ownership. Information and translations of bookplate in the most comprehensive dictionary definitions resource on the web. 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 art dedicated to the collection of ex libris. Aug 23, 2017 bookplates leave memories donate a book to a library, a book in honor of a teacher, a book in memory of a loved one leave memories. Early rich book owners commissioned artists to make the first bookplates using. The study of and the taste for collecting bookplates hardly date farther back than the year 1860. At its most basic, a bookplate is a slip of paper bearing the name of the books owner. Bookplate article about bookplate by the free dictionary. Sometimes ex libris is more valuable than the book containing it ex libris, meaning from the library of, or from the books of is a latin expression concerning the artform of bookplates stamps or labels inside books that identify the owner.
Bookplate definition of bookplate by the free dictionary. Buy ex libris the art of bookplates online the british. This book traces the fascinating evolution of bookplate design over time and across national boundaries, showcasing 100 key examples of. Printed on high quality, acidfree, selfadhesive paper. Nasa images solar system collection ames research center. Trained at the school of art and school of printing, colchester, she works in linocut and will undertake all styles of bookplate. The art of bookplates, a new book by martin hopkinson and published by yale university press, so delightful. A bookplate, or ex libris, is a small print for pasting inside the cover of a. Examples of her work appears in the 1999 volume of the biobibliographical encyclopaedia of the art of the contemporary exlibris. Im one of the few people who even know these products exist. By the late 19th century, bookplates had developed into a highly imaginative form of. The site is steadily growing and being updated, s o come back very often. Bookplates leave memories donate a book to a library, a book in honor of a teacher, a book in memory of a loved one leave memories.
They are also sometimes known as ex libris, meaning from the library of. The bookplate, then, is simply a mark of possession that the booklover pastes in his. We have had the privilege of printing many wonderful designs with custom artwork over the years, many for wellknown authors. Ex libris charmed, a 2000 episode of the television series charmed. Ex libris definition, from the library of a phrase inscribed in or on a book before the name of the owner. Confessions of a common reader, a 1998 collection of essays by anne fadiman. Paul revere, of historical fame, engraved some particularly fine examples. Nonpersonalized bookplates in packets of 20 and larger quantities. Defined by the latin term ex libris, meaning of the book or bookplate, the bookplate uses miniature art to adorn hardcopy books and identify who they belong to. For example, the bookplate for a professor of sanskrit features hindu imagery, while a venetian publisher is associated with a lion, the symbol of his city. The bookplate was simply a way for book owners to identify their books and. The art of bookplates in pictures books the guardian.
Bookplates make a nice thank you give a bookplate as a thank you for something nice someone has done better yet, put it inside a book and give it to the person. The plates feature finely detailed engraving and etching, and serve as outstanding examples of period book art and typography. The bookplates of 31 famous men the art of manliness. A bookplate also known as exlibris is a printed or decorative label pasted into a book, often on the front endpaper, to indicate ownership. Bookplates are also historically know as ex libris, which is latin for from the library of or from the books of. A bookplate, also known as an ex libris or exlibrys. 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 ownership. Many bookplate designs will use the phrase ex libris as a text header or a design element. Ex libris game, a party game ex libris group, an israeli software. A label, placed upon or in a book, showing its ownership or its position in a library. The first books were highly valuable and prestigious objects to own, hence the first bookplates usually incorporated the decorative coats of arms of the fabulously wealthy.
Ive found a few books there that have provided some great fodder for the blog. Ex libris, locuciones latinas, latin phrases, linoprint, painting edges, letter art, hand lettering, book art, this book confessions of a bookplate junkie ex libris weird and wonderful confessions printmaking amazing art graphic art film book marks sketches. A label bearing the owners name or other identification that is pasted usually on the inside cover of a book. 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. Bookplates can be personalized with the text and font of your choice. A delightfully attractive book presenting the bookplate a neglected art form that has nevertheless been practised by leading artists of their generation, from albrecht duerer to edward burnejones.
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