Literature Muse, Art Deco Personalized Ex-Libris Bookplates, Crafted on Traditional Gummed Paper, 2.5in x 4in, Set of 30

LITERATURE MUSE BOOKPLATES, Exclusively Designed and Handcrafted by Ebon et Noir Guard your treasured books with these bookplates featuring a literary muse rendered in the style of Mucha. This lovely lady stands before a Tuscan landscape of rolling hills and holds a book in her hand. To her left and right are symbols of knowledge. This artwork was lifted from a very old book and was originally stippled in ink. Bookplates are ideal for safeguarding the volumes in your library and make a unique and thoughtful gift. Bookplates are crafted on 50# White English Finish Gummed Paper and hand-cut to size. Gummed paper is coated with an adhesive backing that requires water to activate (similar to traditional stamps). Once the adhesive is activated, the paper will adhere to the front pastedown of your book. Historically, bookplates have been printed on gummed paper for a variety of reasons. First, the glue is water-soluble and can be removed by steaming or wetting without damaging your book.