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[Bookplate for Aubrey F. Roberts by Bank B. Gordon] Gordon, Bank B.

Description

Executed in brown ink on white paper, this bookplate depicts a picture frame in which stand several books with their spines facing outwards. In front of these is an open book leaning against a globe of the world. In the background of the frame is a stairway ascending a steep hill upon which is a heavily turreted castle and trees. Resting on top of the frame is a vase or urn containing an abundance of leaves, and it is supported by a mantle fronted with wings.

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Title
[Bookplate for Aubrey F. Roberts by Bank B. Gordon]
Creator
Gordon, Bank B.
Date Created
[between 1900 and 1999]
Description
Executed in brown ink on white paper, this bookplate depicts a picture frame in which stand several books with their spines facing outwards. In front of these is an open book leaning against a globe of the world. In the background of the frame is a stairway ascending a steep hill upon which is a heavily turreted castle and trees. Resting on top of the frame is a vase or urn containing an abundance of leaves, and it is supported by a mantle fronted with wings.
Extent
1 bookplate : steel engraving ; 8 x 10.5 cm
Subject
Books; Geography
Geographic Location
Canada
Person Or Corporation
Roberts, Aubrey F.
Genre
Prints
Type
Still Image
File Format
image/jpeg
Notes
Publisher Canadian Club of Vancouver: An Informal Chronicle of the Events, Speakers and Activities of this Unique Society Whose Sole Objective is the Fostering of a Patriotic Canadian Sentiment 1906-1981. (1981) "Larry" Mackenzie : Memoirs of a Canadian. compiled and edited by Aubrey F. Roberts and Ralph E. Russell. (1977) University Club Of Vancouver ; An Informal History. [by] Harry T. Logan and Aubrey F. Roberts. (1972) Over Sixty-Five Years : Concise Chronicle Of The Events, Speakers And Activities Of This Unique Society Whose Sole Objective Is The Fostering Of A Patriotic Canadian Sentiment, 1906-1971. (1971)
Identifier
BP GEN CAN P R634; BP_GEN_CAN_P_R634
Collection
RBSC Bookplates
Source
Original Format: University of British Columbia. Library. Rare Books and Special Collections. General Bookplates Collection. BP GEN CAN P R634
Date Available
2006
Provider
Vancouver : University of British Columbia Library
Rights
Images provided for research and reference use only. Permission to publish, copy, or otherwise use these images must be obtained from Rare Books and Special Collections: http://rbsc.library.ubc.ca
DOI
10.14288/1.0215036
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Rights

Images provided for research and reference use only. Permission to publish, copy, or otherwise use these images must be obtained from Rare Books and Special Collections: http://rbsc.library.ubc.ca