Ex libris, meaning from the library of, or from the books of is a latin expression concerning the artform of bookplates stamps or labels inside books that identify the owner. See more ideas about ex libris, pratt library and deutsch. Frederick wisemans ex libris the latest work from the great documentary filmmaker examines the new york public library as it reconfigures itself for the digital age. In addition to the exlibris detached from books held by the library in the 19th and the early 20th century, the collection encompasses several private collections. Ex libris anonymous handmade journals from vintage books.
Frederick wisemans film, ex libristhe new york public library, goes beyond the scenes of one of the greatest knowledge. The heart of a city frederick wisemans documentary about the storied institution makes the case for the library as an urgent idea. Sep, 2017 frederick wisemans new documentary, ex libris. We published our first titles on south devon in 19791980, since when we have produced more than two hundred books, many of which remain in print in updated editions. Shot in 2015 but edited through the 2016 election, ex libris comes at a desperate time for advocates of knowledge, teaching, literacy, historical analysis and positive community buildingthe very things for which wiseman suggests the new york public library is a bastion. A bookplate also known as exlibris is usually a small printed or decorative label pasted into a book, often on the front endpaper, to indicate ownership. Endlessly diverse and appealing, bookplates also called ex libris, latin for from the books of are small decorative labels to be pasted inside a books cover to. This witty collection of essays recounts a lifelong love affair with books and language. It is signed in the plate by the artist along the lower margin. Ex libris, depauls english graduate student blog and news source, provides mae and mawp students with information they can use. Old books, antique books, vintage books, world of books, diy blog, ex libris, book nooks, i love books, book collection.
Mitteilungen des exlibris vereins zu berlin abebooks. On the back is written with typewriter along the bottom edge. Kaiser was the director of the dairy ministry, vienna. Frederikshavn art museum and exlibris collection presents one. The site is steadily growing and being updated, s o come back very often. Exlibris polish book gallery chicago, il book store in. 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. Sometimes ex libris is more valuable than the book containing it ex libris, meaning from the library of, or from the books of is a latin expression concerning the artform of bookplates stamps or labels inside books that identify the owner. Ex libris books publishing services and book production. In addition to ex libris, the collection also contains a variety of greeting cards and other illustrations by cossmann.
We published our first titles on south devon in 19791980, since when we have produced more than two hundred books. Ex libris art dedicated to the collection of ex libris and. A new collector sharing his affinity for ex libris. In the present days, ex libris offers also films on dvd and bluray, as well as licensed downloads of books and music, in its stores in switzerland and by its online webshop. Countries not included, do not necessarily mean absence of books on the subject.
Sep 14, 2017 in frederick wisemans ex libris, the new york public library gets checked out the prolific documentary filmmakers latest project goes behind the stacks to offer a comprehensive, multifaceted. I tend to spend my time and energy searching for 18thcentury american ex libris, bookplates from the libraries of famous people from any country, and bookplates with jewish signs or symbols. Without reading the dust jacket, i added the book to my pile. Ex libris by alfred cossman personalized books, ex libris, view image, book. For any additional information you can contact us using our contactform. Ex libris artists, bookplate artists from over all the world. A bibliophile himself led also to a keen interest in ex libris as an art form to express the ownership of a book. Here you can search the bookplate collections of frederikshavn art museum and ex libris collection. Sanctuary bookshop and some lyme regis accommodation book features, mostly drawn from our current stock.
Ex libris art dedicated to the collection of ex libris. See more ideas about ex libris, art and illustration. Ex libris title page personalized books lettering design printmaking fabric design this book stamp antiques. Ex libris, for those of you who have never heard the phrase, is latin for from the books of or from the library of. Before opening ex libris, jim martinelli was a librarian for years. Whatever your own specialization, this website is a place to share our love of ex libris through images and historical articles. This website offers you a lot of information about the art of the ex libris and the chance to acquire some at a reasonable price. Bookplate by alfred cossmann for wilh blaschek, 1902 alfred cossmann see more. The following description is in russian transliterated, followed by an automated english translation. We strive to update our catalogue with new pieces several times a month. Ex libris is northside richmond, virginias oldest bookshop, serving the community since 1989. Reliable information about the coronavirus covid19 is available from the world health organization current situation, international travel.
Also, we believe that many more books have been published all over the world, but we havent had access to them. The collection of essays is ten years old, and they already feel datedparticularly. Alfred cossmanns exlibris, alexander, 1930 bookplates. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Kossmann by knorranders, esther and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Something perused on a kindle, you might say, is an ex book.
The bookplate or ex libris has put bread and butter on many an artists table, and over the course of time has developed into a flourishing art form all of its own. Bookplates, also known as exlibris, have been placed in books to declare ownership. Ex libris, a proquest company, is a leading global provider of cloudbased solutions for higher education. Frederick wisemans utopian vision of libraries in ex libris.
Alfred cossmann artwork prices, pictures and values. Two excellent reference books about dated bookplates are. Siegfried dick ex erotica woman nude p1 line block frontpage supra exlibris timeline what is an exlibris. Nov 07, 20 for an introduction to these series, see here. A bookplate junkie on the basics of collecting ex libris. Ex libris by alfred cossmann ex libris, bibliotheek posters, houtgravure. Ex libris rolls out like a collection of short films. Ex libris national endowment for the humanities neh.
Wisemans ex libris is a humane epic examining new yorks public library the veteran documentarian continues to make absorbing, immense films about american life. Below, some indented excerpts of man the measure of all things, the fourth chapter of civilisation by kenneth clark, after which i offer my comments. Walker cinema programs are made possible by generous support from the bentson foundation and elizabeth redleaf. Art market estimated value about alfred cossmann works of art. Open six days a week, our hours are monday friday, 11am to 6pm, saturday 11am to. As i have written before elena hlodec ex libris creations are unique in as much as they are always preceded by a thorough research and reflection of the theme and of the commissioners wishes, bearing in mind the final purpose of the ex libris and its connection with books. More than anything, though, i take umbrage with the subtitle. Many collectors have specialized topics and themes that they focus on. Ex libris rare books was founded in 1973 by elaine lustigcohen and her husband arthur a. She was a graphic designer of no small renown, and he was a theologian, novelist, art and literary critic, who wrote extensively on modern art. The collection contains bookplates by alfred cossmann, an austrian graphic artist and engraver. Founded in 2003 as a newsletter for the english graduate programs at depaul, ex libris continues to evolve to meet students needs. Entdecken sie zudem tolle ebooks mit 10% club rabatt.
Czech czech bibliophile books, avantgarde, bookbindings, books with sinatures etc. Lincoln cushing chose some of the most unique and inspiring ones for this slideshow. Three volumes, with volume two covering the eighteenth century. Frederick wiseman on his latest film, ex libris, and his 50. Ex libris bookplates range from the simple to the decorative and elaborate, the obscure or even bizarre and surreal. Alle, bucher, bucher deutsch, english book, horbucher, ebooks deutsch. Over a hundred years ago, steel billionaire andrew carnegie funded the construction of new york citys branch library system. Writing with humour and erudition, fadiman revives the tradition of the wellcrafted personal essay, moving easily from anecdotes about coleridge and orwell to tales of her own pathologically literary family. The collection of essays is ten years old, and they already feel datedparticularly an essay about pens and typewriters.
Sep 11, 2017 frederick wiseman on his latest film, ex libris, and. Jul 04, 2003 ex libris is northside richmond, virginias oldest bookshop, serving the community since 1989. See more ideas about ex libris, books and illustration. Ex libris books publishes a range of titles under the imprints ex libris press and seaflower books. Bookplate for alois rogenhofer 1910 early bookplates generally depicted the owners coat of arms, but as the middle class began to. Power created knowledge, one might say, and in ex libris.
Kaiser is printed upon laid paper and with large margins as commissioned and published by vervielfaltigende kunst in 1905. Aug 30, 2011 the biblioteca nacional jose marti bnjm is cubas national library in havana and houses a special collection of bookplatesfrom handpainted parchment two centuries old to whimsical artists works from the mid1960s. Confessions of a common reader at the library and immediately turned around. Ex libris the new york public library by frederick wiseman. Dated book plates ex libris with a treatise on their origin and development by walter hamilton. I buy, sell and exchange bookplates of good artistic quality. Book production in addition to our publishing activities, we undertake to produce books for individuals, societies and other small publishers. Readers will not be disappointed with paul darrochs latest which, like his previous book, relates stirring episodes from jerseys. Deutschsprachige bucher online bestellen ex libris. Ex libris book cover design book design design art love book this book owl books library posters graphic design books. The new york public library, which opens today, revels in the glorious paradox of his half century of directorial work.
Our artshop has a vast catalogue of exlibrisbookplates, all ordered by artist. Ex libris bookplates and stamps are fairly common bookrelated paraphernalia. I dont pretend to know very much about the history and development of ex libris. Mar 23, 2014 this pinboard is a part of my virtual bookplate collection. Afterward it was made into an art object by a recycler. Alfred cossmann, austrian artist, vienna 1870 ex libris for.
The new york public library, frederick wiseman surveys the institution and, in the process, reexamines how knowledge can be power. I decided etsy would probably be my best bet for an affordable custom stamp. Feb 5, 2018 explore poyenlee10s board ex libris alfred cossmann. Wiseman, young at heart, is with the projectwholly persuaded, judging from his film, by. Confessions of a common reader new ed by fadiman, anne isbn. See more ideas about ex libris, sketches and painting edges. Whatever your own specialization, this website is a place to share our love of ex libris. Frederikshavn art museum and exlibris collection presents one of the worlds largest online bookplate image databases. Located in the hub shopping center, we are conveniently near the lewis ginter botanical gardens. Secrets of the sea, the long awaited sister volume to the authors much admired 2015 publication, jersey. Leganto tightly integrates with ex libris alma as well as learning management systems, library discovery services, mobile apps, citation tools, and other campus. Alfred cossmann born october 2, 1870 in graz, died march 31, 1951 in vienna was an austrian engraver and graphic artist, best known for his ex libris.
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