Antiquarian Bookplates: 55 Bookplates to Personalize Your Library

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Historically, bookplates have been drawn by hand, embossed on cards, or stamped with wood-carved designs. However, nowadays it’s much easier to make bookplates with design software and a printer. With a BA in Creative Writing from California State University, Long Beach, Ryan loves any chance he can get to tap into his more poetic side. Whether it’s a motivational quote on a planner cover or waxing lyrical about the near-mystical reflective properties of a new holographic label, Ryan has been a steadfast fan of Avery Products and Avery people. If the book is–or might become–a collectible, it’s best not to attach a bookplate, as it defaces the book & will detract from the book’s value as it is (most often) considered a blemish. Whether a previous owner’s, or signed, bookplates do have an impact on book values; the amount depends on the particular bookplate’s characteristics and the book in question.

But they can also be a fun way for an author to personalize their book for readers, even during a pandemic, and can create a unique experience that will leave them eagerly awaiting your next release. A Brief History Printed ex-libris became common in France in the early 17th century. Until then, the more luxurious custom of blind- or gold-stamping a book's binding with a personal device had been more widespread: the supralibros. From the middle of the century, however, the ex-libris proper became quite popular; examples of that period are numerous and exhibit a complex design sensibility. The term "ex-libris", used as a noun ( Exlibris (written in one word) in German) originated in France. [14] England [ edit ] Neha is an editor living in Dallas, TX who reads a little more than her optometrist would like. She works fulltime as a medical editor but also loves proofreading and copyediting all types of fiction on the side as well as conducting sensitivity/authenticity reads for Indian characters and Hinduism. When she's not reading or editing, she's writing her fantasy novel, bookstagramming at @bookishdesi, or collecting records. More at neha-patel.com O'Hagen, Lauren (2020). "Social Posturing in the Edwardian Book Plate, 1901-1915, The Book Collector 60 no. 4 (winter): 662-672. Bookplates Designed by Twentieth-century Russian Artists (130 bookplates)". Rare Book and Special Collections Division: Bookplate Collection. Library of Congress.

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Societies of collectors were founded, first in England in 1891, then in Germany and France, and later in the United States, most of them issuing a journal or archives: The Journal of the Ex-libris Society (London), the Archives de la Société française de collectionneurs d'ex-libris (Paris), both of these monthlies; the Ex-libris Zeitschrift (Berlin), a quarterly. [20] Severin, Mark & Reid, Anthony. Engraved Bookplates: European Ex Libris 1950–70. Pinner, Middlesex: Private Libraries Association, 1972 SBN 900002-91-3 Fletcher, Joann. Egypt's Sun King – Amenhotep III. London: Duncan Baird Publishers. ISBN 1-900131-09-9 (2000), p.131 The best bookplate material will vary depending on your books and needs. Traditionally, the best size of label for a bookplate will be around 4″ x 3″. However, they can also be 1″ x 2″ or a 2″ x 2″ square.

For many people, bookplates let them add a little bit of their own personality to their collection. Although eBooks and audiobooks are convenient, there’s something special about holding your favorite story in your hands. Although traditionally bookplates have been used in a limited number of ways, the possibilities are truly endless. There are plenty of unexpected ways to personalize books for readers, and to make your book stand out from the crowd. An author might also choose to sign bookplates for efficiency if they are signing a number of books all at once for a bookstore, book club, or other large event. If you need some inspiration, here’s a couple different ways to pair different materials with different aesthetics: It’s best just to leave it be. Removal attempts usually don’t turn out well & the resulting blemish would detract from the book’s value more than the bookplate does. Bookplate collectingSince bookplates were primarily used to reflect ownership, they often included a family crest or coat of arms. Artists sometimes inscribed these by hand or made a woodcut or engraving to transfer their designs, as Dürer is known for. In most cases, individuals and libraries use bookplates to show proof of ownership. The phrase “ex libris” is something you will often find on the bookplates of personal libraries, which translates to “From the library of.”

When I first began collecting books at the mature age of 13, I remember not just the feeling of excitement that came with diving into a new and exciting world but also the thought of possessing something as amazing as a book. Because I was as territorial as a terrier with my personal library, I decided to proudly write my name in every book I bought.Labouchere, Norna; Wharton, Edith (September 2009). Ladies' Book-Plates: An Illustrated Handbook for Collectors and Book-lovers] (Originally published in 1895). Frederiksen Press. ISBN 9781444653137. At this point, you may be wondering, how can bookplates become a part of my publicity plan? When do I use them and who should I send them to?