Author: American Society Of Bookplate Collectors & Designers

Publisher:

Published: 2003

Total Pages: 56

ISBN-13: 9780962729096

A BOOKPLATE COLORING BOOK: Margaret Ely Webb (1877-1965). Enjoy our new bookplate coloring book for everyone. We will present new images by many important artists in future editions! Want to start a fascinating hobby? Start a bookplate collection today: www.bookplate.org/membership.Margaret Ely Webb (1877-1965) was an illustrator, printmaker, and bookplate artist. She was part of the Arts and Crafts movement of the early 1900s and worked beyond the mid-20th century.About bookplates:The hand-coloring of bookplates has a long tradition dating back to the mid-fifteenth century, Throughout history distinguished artists and their patrons have added color to their personal marks of book ownership. Custom designed bookplates are developed to adorn books serving as a reflection of the owner's tastes and interests. The prints are always an example of fine printing too. The bookplate, or ex libris, is a label that is affixed to the inside front cover of a book.The Society: The American Society of Bookplate Collectors & Designers (ASBC&D) is on www.bookplate.org. The ASBC&D was organized in 1922 to further the study and collecting of bookplates. The membership includes individuals and institutions. The Society publishes a quarterly newsletter and several books every year. We build international friendships through the exchange of art! James P. KeenanAmerican Society of Bookplate Collectors & Designers P.O. Box 14964Tucson, Arizona, USA 85732-4964 Please visit us: www.bookplate.org Advancing the interest in "ex libris" art since 1922!! FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/bookplate.orgLINKED-IN: www.linkedin.com/in/bookplateorgTWITTER: www.twitter.com/bookplates