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LoC No.: 81185708

Title: Bookplates

Series Title: Little books on art

Note: Reading ease score: 71.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Credits: Produced by Chuck Greif, deaurider and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http: //www.pgdp.net (This
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Summary: "Bookplates" by Edward Almack is a specialized art book written in the early 20th century. This work delves into the history, styles, and artistry of bookplates—decorative labels indicating ownership of a book—tracing their evolution from early armorial designs to modern interpretations. The book is enriched with illustrations showcasing various bookplate designs, catering to collectors, historians, and those interested in the intersection of visual arts and literature. The opening of "Bookplates" introduces the significance of these artistic labels, asserting that they serve to enhance the books they are affixed to. Almack discusses the different terminologies used across cultures, such as the German "bibliothekzeichen" and the Latin "ex libris," while providing insights into engraving techniques and styles that characterize bookplate art throughout history. The author emphasizes the cultural and personal narratives intertwined with these items, setting the stage for an exploration of notable artists and significant examples in subsequent chapters. This rich introduction establishes a foundation for understanding how bookplates reflect the tastes and identities of their owners across time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Almack, Edward, 1852-1917

EBook No.: 60858

Published: Dec 6, 2019

Downloads: 115

Language: English

Subject: Bookplates

LoCC: Bibliography, Library science

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

This edition has images.

LoC No.: 81185708

Title: Bookplates

Series Title: Little books on art

Note: Reading ease score: 71.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Credits: Produced by Chuck Greif, deaurider and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http: //www.pgdp.net (This
file was produced from images generously made available
by The Internet Archive)

Summary: "Bookplates" by Edward Almack is a specialized art book written in the early 20th century. This work delves into the history, styles, and artistry of bookplates—decorative labels indicating ownership of a book—tracing their evolution from early armorial designs to modern interpretations. The book is enriched with illustrations showcasing various bookplate designs, catering to collectors, historians, and those interested in the intersection of visual arts and literature. The opening of "Bookplates" introduces the significance of these artistic labels, asserting that they serve to enhance the books they are affixed to. Almack discusses the different terminologies used across cultures, such as the German "bibliothekzeichen" and the Latin "ex libris," while providing insights into engraving techniques and styles that characterize bookplate art throughout history. The author emphasizes the cultural and personal narratives intertwined with these items, setting the stage for an exploration of notable artists and significant examples in subsequent chapters. This rich introduction establishes a foundation for understanding how bookplates reflect the tastes and identities of their owners across time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Almack, Edward, 1852-1917

EBook No.: 60858

Published: Dec 6, 2019

Downloads: 115

Language: English

Subject: Bookplates

LoCC: Bibliography, Library science

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.