Bookplate: Rollin W. Lusk

Bookplate: Rollin W. Lusk

Unknown

1904

From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art

About this work

This design looks like a bookplate from 1904. It shows a person sitting at a desk, reading or writing by candlelight. The background has a window with clouds and trees outside. Around the scene are decorative elements like leaves, lamps, and open books. The name "Rollin W. Lusk" is printed at the bottom, suggesting this was made for his books. The style is simple but detailed, with clear lines and shading. If you like this kind of old book art, check out The Cleveland Museum of Art—they hold this piece.

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