smaller in size to fit the size of the book. These book plates are from a book old enough to be
considered Vintage, but they are by no means antique. Either way, they are high quality, colorful,
and nicely made plates.
Book plates are full page illustrations, pictures, or photographs that are printed separately from the text of the book,
but they are bound in during production. Plates add color, texture, and value to books, and they are often gorgeous and riveting.
For certain titles, plates are only included in first editions or deluxe editions, and they can often spread over entire sheets of paper.
Book plates will also often be in the front of the book, and serve as a way of indicating ownership.
Entire books can be mostly book plates as well, to compile the history and works of the artist(s).
Framing book plates can be a good alternative for many people, as the original size prints or artwork can be very large. Most people
don't live in a museum and have little wall space for giant pictures.