bookplates

A bookplate is a small printed label, often decorative, affixed inside a book’s cover to indicate ownership. Usually bearing the owner’s name, initials, or a personal emblem or design, bookplates function as a personalized mark of possession and can also reflect the owner’s tastes or interests. Historically popular among collectors and librarians, they serve both practical and aesthetic purposes, helping identify a book’s owner and adding a touch of personalization or artistry to the book’s interior.