Journey into the unknown with 'Living on the Edge' Ex-Libris Bookplates, finely crafted on traditional gummed paper. These bookplates feature a daring knight on horseback, poised at the very precipice of an adventure.
Sydney Hunt, the visionary gay artist, brought this design to life in 1921. With its rich history and bold portrayal of a knight's fearless spirit, 'Living on the Edge' resonates with those who embrace life's challenges.
Personalize these bookplates and make each of your volumes an emblem of your own daring pursuits. As you open your books, let the knight remind you that every page holds the promise of discovery.
Whether you're a lover of classical literature, a history enthusiast, or an adventurer at heart, 'Living on the Edge' Ex-Libris Bookplates invite you to embark on a literary journey like no other.
ITEM DETAILS
• Dimensions: 4in x 2.5in, 10.16cm x 6.35cm
• Substrate: 50# White English Finish Gummed Paper
• Adhesive: Moisture/Water activated
• Quantity: 30 Bookplates
• Turn around time: 3-5 days
• Each bookplate ships in a hardback envelope with instructions.
• Each bookplate is handcrafted and cut to size and may vary slightly from the rest
• Option to Personalize: Yes
PERSONALIZATION
These bookplates can be personalized with your name(s). The font used is an adjusted version of LHF Esoteric New WESTERN, as shown. A maximum of 25 characters is allowed.
INSTRUCTIONS/HOW-TO
On a clean surface, moisten the back of the bookplate with a damp sponge. The bookplate will curl up a little; this is normal. Affix the moistened bookplate where desired, smoothing the paper from the center outwards to eliminate any creases and wrinkles. Gummed paper dries flat and smooth. I recommend you perform a test on a paper surface before applying to your book to get a feel for the moisture/glue. Don't moisten the front of the bookplate as inks are not waterproof. If you opted for blank bookplates, write your name in before applying. Store unused bookplates in a dark, dry place.
SOME HISTORY
A bookplate is sometimes called an ex-libris meaning "from the books of" in Latin. The earliest known example, dated to 1480, is the bookplate of Hilprand Brandenburg, a Carthusian monk. At first, most bookplates were designed to safeguard the property of nobles; thus, they were adorned with coats of arms and other indicators of inherited prestige. This was the case through the 18th century, though styles changed with artistic trends. The 19th century saw the rise of the middle class. Scholars, professionals, and other educated individuals became interested in bookplates and commissioned works in a pictorial vein. Since then, ex libris have been used to denote personal property and as a form of personal expression. Since ex-libris stamps were generally never seen by the public, the artwork varied tremendously from intimate erotic scenes to darkly expressionistic styles.
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