Ex Libris Collection

A bookplate aka Ex libris stamp from the library of William Gladstone, from Enciclopedia Ilustrada Segui, c.1900
3432463 A bookplate aka Ex libris stamp from the library of William Gladstone, from Enciclopedia Ilustrada Segui, c.1900; Private Collection; (add.info)

A bookplate aka Ex libris stamp from the library of George Washington, from Enciclopedia Ilustrada Segui, c.1900
3432458 A bookplate aka Ex libris stamp from the library of George Washington, from Enciclopedia Ilustrada Segui, c.1900; Private Collection; (add.info)

A bookplate aka Ex libris stamp from the library of German emperor Willhelm II, from Enciclopedia Ilustrada Segui
3432457 A bookplate aka Ex libris stamp from the library of German emperor Willhelm II, from Enciclopedia Ilustrada Segui

A bookplate aka Ex libris stamp from the library of Pope Urban VIII, from Enciclopedia Ilustrada Segui, c.1900
3432462 A bookplate aka Ex libris stamp from the library of Pope Urban VIII, from Enciclopedia Ilustrada Segui, c.1900; Private Collection; (add.info)

Bookplate of Willibald Pirckheimer, 1529. Creators: Master I.B. Georg Pencz
Bookplate of Willibald Pirckheimer, 1529

Bookplate of Jehan St. Denis, Book seller in Paris
3785920 Bookplate of Jehan St. Denis, Book seller in Paris by French School, (19th century); (add.info.: Bookplate of Jehan St)

Bookplate of Lord Harley, 1741 (engraving)
XJF444302 Bookplate of Lord Harley, 1741 (engraving) by Vertue, George (1684-1756); Private Collection; (add.info.: Edward Harley (1726-1790)

Design for a book-plate for Olive Custance (photogravure)
KDC397382 Design for a book-plate for Olive Custance (photogravure) by Beardsley, Aubrey (1872-98); Private Collection; (add.info)

Bookplate, c. 1900 (woodcut)
5848214 Bookplate, c.1900 (woodcut) by Penfield, Edward (1866-1925); Private Collection; American, out of copyright

Where theres a will, theres a way, book-plate of Leon Gambetta (litho
CHT430422 Where theres a will, theres a way, book-plate of Leon Gambetta (litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Bookplate from Ver Sacrum, published 1898-99 by Gerlach, Schenk and Seeman (litho)
3617713 Bookplate from Ver Sacrum, published 1898-99 by Gerlach, Schenk and Seeman (litho) by Klimt, Gustav (1862-1918); Private Collection; (add.info)

Ex-libris bookplate for Victor Hugo, 1870 (etching)
694803 Ex-libris bookplate for Victor Hugo, 1870 (etching) by Bouvenne, AglaAos (1829-1904); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris

The Forge of the Heart, 1529 (engraving)
883325 The Forge of the Heart, 1529 (engraving) by Master I.B. (fl.1523-30) (after); 14.8x8.4 cm; Minneapolis Institute of Arts, MN, USA; (add.info.: A dazzling allegorical bookplate)

Ex-libris de Leon Lerey (Ex-libris of Leon Lerey), 1875 / 1877
Ex-libris de Leon Lerey (Ex-libris of Leon Lerey), 1875/1877

Ex-Libris Edwin Edwards. Creator: Alphonse Legros
Ex-Libris Edwin Edwards

Camera Work Ex Libris 1909 J Craig Annan British
Camera Work: Ex Libris, 1909. J. Craig Annan (British, 1864-1946). Photogravure

Design for a bookplate. Artist: Bayros, Franz von (1866-1924)
Design for a bookplate. Private Collection

A Bookplate, 1894, (1894). Artist: Robert Anning Bell
A Bookplate, 1894, (1894). A bookplate designed for Frederic Leighton (1830-1896). From The Studio Volume 3. [London Offices of the Studio, London, 1894]

Ex Libris, c1924. Artist: Edward Frank Gillett
Ex Libris, c1924. From The Studio Volume 87. [London Offices of the Studio, London, 1924]

Ex Libris Elsa Asenijeff n. d Image 4 5 / 16 2 9 / 16
Artokoloro

Ex Libris Eduard Arnhold n. d Image 5 1 / 16 4 12. 8
Artokoloro

Flying Raven Ex Libris Raven Edgar Allan Poe
Artokoloro

Alphonse Legros, Ex-Libris Edwin Edwards, French, 1837 - 1911, etching

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"Ex Libris: A Glimpse into the World of Bookplates" Bookplate of Jehan St. Denis, a renowned book seller in Paris, takes us back to an era when books were cherished possessions adorned with personalized marks. Lord Harley's exquisite 1741 engraving showcases the grandeur and sophistication associated with bookplates. Olive Custance's photogravure design for a book-plate reflects her artistic flair and individuality, while the c. 1900 woodcut exudes simplicity and charm. Leon Gambetta's litho plate reminds us that determination paves the way to success - where there's a will, there's a way. Gerlach, Schenk and Seeman present an enchanting litho bookplate from Ver Sacrum (1898-99), transporting us to a world of beauty and imagination. Victor Hugo's etching ex-libris captures his literary genius through intricate details. The Forge of the Heart (1529) enchants with its captivating engraving, symbolizing passion within literature. Leon Lerey's ex-libris from 1875/1877 offers insight into his personal library collection while Alphonse Legros' creation for Edwin Edwards adds an artistic touch to his ownership. Franz von Bayros' design for a bookplate showcases elegance and sensuality through delicate lines and curves. Robert Anning Bell’s 1894 artistically crafted bookplate captivates our attention with its intricate patterns. These glimpses into various eras remind us that beyond their functional purpose, bookplates are works of art reflecting personal tastes, passions, and legacies – they tell stories about their owners as much as they protect treasured volumes on shelves worldwide.