Entries in the register contain owner’s name, platename (owner’s name transcribed), subject description, artist’s name, technique, reference (where plate can be seen, either institution or a published source), date of execution, size of plate, and number in the checklist. There is a total of 5,736 plates listed, with an addendum bringing the total to 5,746. A two page bibliography shortlists literature sources primarily published in Australia. Reference is made to Mark J. Ferson’s bibliography published in 1988 which contains more extensive information. The index is by artists, keyed to the individual entries.
The work is published in two editions: a regular one of 350 copies and the De Luxe of 55 copies which contains 28 tipped-in original plates. The volume is well designed, very legible, and printed on excellent paper. This is an important new reference work and a most valuable addition to any serious bookplate collector’s library.
For further details, please contact the ASBC&D: exlibrisusa@hotmail.com
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