Excerpt from English Book-Plates: Ancient and Modern
In the present volume I have attempted to make a rapid survey of the history of English book-plates qua book-plates; to trace the origin of these marks of ownership and the gradual spread of their use from the Continent to this country; to concatenate the successive styles in their ornamentations, and the various classes of devices that have been most in vogue up to the present time.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book comprehensively explores the history of English bookplates from their inception in the 16th century to modern times. Bookplates are examined from both an antiquarian and aesthetic perspective, discussing the evolution of decorative fashion at various historical periods. The author traces the development of styles, from the elaborate armorials of the Tudors to contemporary non-heraldic designs, providing valuable insights into shifting artistic, heraldic, and bibliophilic trends. The book also explores the use of bookplates to denote ownership, identify collections, and convey personal tastes and aspirations, showcasing examples from notable figures throughout history. 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. Seller Inventory # 9781330774816_0
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