Bookplate: Harriet Head Yule, Ex Libris inscribed
1922
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1922
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
This image shows a bookplate with an illustration of a woman sitting at a desk, surrounded by vines and leaves. The woman is wearing a long dress and has her hair pulled back. She is looking down at a book or paper in front of her. The bookplate is titled "Harriet Head Yule, Ex Libris" and is inscribed with the artist's name, Frederick Garrison Hall. The illustration is detailed and intricate, with many small elements that add to the overall design. The bookplate is a beautiful example of art nouveau style, with its flowing lines and organic shapes. If you're interested in learning more about this style, you might want to check out the work of Alphonse Mucha, a famous artist who was known for his art nouveau designs.
