Bookplate definition of bookplate by the free dictionary. A latin phrase meaning from the library of, used to mean a bookplate. An exlibris book usually has a bookplate a small print of artwork pasted inside the cover that features the owners name or initials. They re most commonly used to identify the books owner. Rumor has it that tr had his family crest tattooed on his chest. Ex libris definition and meaning collins english dictionary. Ex libris game, a party game ex libris group, an israeli software company that. A bookplate, also known as exlibris latin, from the books of. Many countries have strong traditions of producing and using bookplates, you can find images of some of the best americanproduced bookplates at the website below it is also an interesting glimpse into the world of those people who. Ex libris definition is a book owners identification label that is usually pasted to the inside front cover of a book.
Here are some links to some cool looking bookplates on amazon. It is also known as ex libris, meaning from the library of. Such bookplates would typically bear the owners coat of arms or a family crest, and in some cases also the words ex libris, ex bibliotheca, a specific family motto, name or other text. A brief history of personalized bookplates literary hub. Bookplate definition of bookplate by merriamwebster. The earliest known example, dated to 1480, is the bookplate of hilprand brandenburg, a carthusian monk. Durer and holbein designed and engraved a number of bookplates. In other words, the meaning of ex libris is, this book came from so and sos. You can see the example from the video right of the bookplate that belonged to reverend clement mitchell from prince edward island in canada. Dictionary of unfamiliar words by diagram group copyright 2008 by diagram visual. Bookplates bear a motif relating to the books owner, such as a device coatof. Will the artist design my bookplate especially for me.
The bookplates of 31 famous men the art of manliness. A bookplate is a small print or a label, which is adhered to a book, most often inside the front cover. In the past, ex libris were used mostly by nobles, clerics and various institutions. A bookplate or bookplate, 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.
The bookplate, or ex libris if you choose, ex libris being an adaptation from the latin generally taken to mean from the books of, is one of the simple joys of life. They are also sometimes known as ex libris, meaning from the library of. By the late 19th century, bookplates had developed into a highly imaginative form of. A bookplate or bookplate, as it was commonly styled until the early 20th century, also known as ex libris 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. Packet of 20 of this classic bookplate with the latin words ex libris in beautiful calligraphy, first introduced by the antioch bookplate company in the 1950s. The art of bookplates in pictures books the guardian.
After the release of a first ex libris collection, the creative team of the budapest, hungary based halisten studio received many new bookplate commissions. The bookplate, then, is simply a mark of possession. Whatever your own specialization, this website is a place to share our love of ex libris through images and historical articles. Meaning of ex libris the english meaning and translation of the latin phrase ex libris is as follows. A bookplate, also known as an ex libris or exlibrys. Ex libris definition of ex libris by the free dictionary. A bookplate that identifies the owner of the book into which it is pasted. Sometimes called ex libris because this latin phrase meaning from the books of. Confessions of a common reader, a 1998 collection of essays by anne fadiman. Order status delivery options payments accepted returns gift cards help faq new students and parents online adoptions find a school textbooks. 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. The bookplate, or exlibris if you choose, exlibris being an adaptation from the latin generally taken to mean from the books of, is one of the simple joys of life. Because the artist can not achieve the desired result in one single step, he sometimes makes a proof between the two or more steps.
Used to describe something that was libris, but isnt libris anymore. Other than the bookplate or exlibris, which is stamped or pasted inside a book, the supralibros is applied to the books cover. A bookplate, or ex libris, is a small print for pasting inside the cover of a book, to express ownership. Ex libris rubberstamp, bookplate stamp, personalizes library stamp, gift for dad, custom book rubber stamp, ex libris stamp sbook103 thestamppress 5 out of 5 stars 2,360. Information and translations of ex libris in the most comprehensive dictionary definitions resource on the web. At first, most bookplates were designed to safeguard the chattel of barons and nobles. From the books definition of ex libris the meaning and definition of the expression ex libris relates to an inscription or label in a book indicating its ownership which is commonly referred to as a bookplate. What kind of illustration should i choose for my bookplate. Learn more on indications on a bookplate and its description. A bookplate also known as exlibris is a printed or decorative label pasted into a book, often on.
Ex libris art dedicated to the collection of ex libris. By the bed there was a bookcase with old french novels, leftbehind frederick forsyths, odd leatherbound volumes. Find your textbooks sell your textbooks textbook faqs instore price match guarantee. Ex libris definition of ex libris by merriamwebster. Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents. It may be here pointed out that the term exlibris, used as a substantive exlibris written in one word in german found its origin in france. Bookplate definition, a label bearing the owners name and often a design, coat of arms, or the like, for pasting on the front end paper of a book. In the word by word translation, the preposition ex means from, out of. The phrase ex lib is an abbreviation for the latin phrase ex libris. Exlibris meaning in the cambridge english dictionary. Bookplate definition is a book owners identification label that is usually pasted to the inside front cover of a book. Ex libris band, a dutch metal band ex libris bookshop, a swiss retail company ex libris, a 2000 episode of the television series charmed. Bookplates article about bookplates by the free dictionary.
An ex libris bookplate is a paper label that has been designed to be pasted into the books owned by a particular person or institution. The idea of having an ex libris may have originated with the designer. You can find this indication sometimes on bookplates or other graphic art which have been carried out in very laborious techniques, such as etchings, or in which a combination of techniques is used. Apr 26, 2011 a bookplate, or ex libris, is a small print for pasting inside the cover of a book, to express ownership. Other ex libris collectors look at book ownership rather than the artist who created the bookplate for example, an ex libris from the personal books of charlie chaplin, sir arthur conan doyle or charles dickens.
A bookplate is basically a custom book label or sticker that you stick inside of the front cover of any book in your personal home library. Bookplate meaning in the cambridge english dictionary. Sep 27, 2019 a bookplate is sometimes called an ex libris in reference to the latin inscription meaning from the books of found on most examples. The bookplate is usually of paper on which heraldic or other designs are.
Most of the time bookplates include the latin phrase, ex libris. Simple typographical bookplates are termed book labels. A printed piece of paper pasted on one of the pages of a book, most often on the inside front cover, showing ownership and thus deterring theft. A bookplate is sometimes called an ex libris in reference to the latin inscription meaning from the books of found on most examples. It is printed here on acid free, cream colored, nonglossy and. A label identifying the owner of a book in which it is pasted. Bookplate article about bookplate by the free dictionary. With it the booklover shows his affection for his books. A label bearing the owners name or other identification that is pasted usually on the inside cover of a book. Information and translations of bookplate in the most comprehensive dictionary definitions resource on the web.
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