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Lot 0022: 1920S BOOK PLATES BY HARANGHY JENO WITH CATALOGS

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A lot of items related to Haranghy Jeno, 1894-1951, a Hungarian graphic designer and arts teacher. The lot includes 19 ex libris prints and two brochures. The bookplates were individual comissions executed in the 1920-1930s. The prints are hand-signed by Haranghy on the front or marked on the backside. A 1984 biography of the artist written by Komjathy Kalman has a handwritten inscription on the first page. A 1994 catalog of the artist's ex libris heritage comes with a bookmark. Both books are in Hungarian. An Ex Libris, Latin for From the Library, is a printed or decorative label pasted into a book to indicate ownership. The design of the plate usually bears motifs related to the owner. European Modern Art, Antiquarian Collectables.

Overall good vintage condition. Signs of age and wear. Yellowing, scuffs, damage at edges and corners. Refer to photos. Sold As Is.
Largest Catalogue 9 1/2 x 6 3/4 in. All measurements are approximate.

Auction Date

August 20th, 2022

PRICE WITH BUYER PREMIUM

$64.00