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Endpaper Collection (page 2)

Endpapers are not just the blank pages at the beginning and end of a book, but rather an opportunity for artistic expression

Background imageEndpaper Collection: Decorative end paper. Circa early 19th century

Decorative end paper. Circa early 19th century

Background imageEndpaper Collection: End Paper From A 19Th Century Book Published By Firmin Didot Of Paris

End Paper From A 19Th Century Book Published By Firmin Didot Of Paris

Background imageEndpaper Collection: Decorative Endpaper From A Nineteenth Century Book

Decorative Endpaper From A Nineteenth Century Book

Background imageEndpaper Collection: Repeating Pattern - Sailing Ships

Repeating Pattern - Sailing Ships. *PLEASE NOTE that the magnifying glass is solely to show the detail of the repeating pattern and will not feature on the final file.*

Background imageEndpaper Collection: Repeating Pattern - Riding Hats

Repeating Pattern - Riding Hats. *PLEASE NOTE that the magnifying glass is solely to show the detail of the repeating pattern and will not feature on the final file.*

Background imageEndpaper Collection: Repeating Pattern - Hokusai Great Wave

Repeating Pattern - Hokusai Great Wave. *PLEASE NOTE that the magnifying glass is solely to show the detail of the repeating pattern and will not feature on the final file.*

Background imageEndpaper Collection: Repeating Pattern - Hokusai Great Wave - blue border

Repeating Pattern - Hokusai Great Wave - blue border. *PLEASE NOTE that the magnifying glass is solely to show the detail of the repeating pattern and will not feature on the final file.*

Background imageEndpaper Collection: Repeating Pattern - Desserts on white background

Repeating Pattern - Desserts on white background. *PLEASE NOTE that the magnifying glass is solely to show the detail of the repeating pattern and will not feature on the final file.*

Background imageEndpaper Collection: Repeating Pattern - Saluki Dogs

Repeating Pattern - Saluki Dogs (white on red oval). *PLEASE NOTE that the magnifying glass is solely to show the detail of the repeating pattern and will not feature on the final file.*

Background imageEndpaper Collection: Repeating Pattern - geometrical stars

Repeating Pattern - geometrical stars. *PLEASE NOTE that the magnifying glass is solely to show the detail of the repeating pattern and will not feature on the final file.*

Background imageEndpaper Collection: Repeating Pattern - Cinderella Story - green background

Repeating Pattern - Cinderella Story - green background
Repeating Pattern - Characters from the story of Cinderella (in white silhouette on a green background). *PLEASE NOTE that the magnifying glass is solely to show the detail of the repeating pattern

Background imageEndpaper Collection: Repeating Pattern - Cinderella Story - yellow background

Repeating Pattern - Cinderella Story - yellow background
Repeating Pattern - Characters from the story of Cinderella (in white silhouette on a yellow background). *PLEASE NOTE that the magnifying glass is solely to show the detail of the repeating pattern

Background imageEndpaper Collection: Repeating Pattern - Girl in Union Jack Flag Scarf, turquoise

Repeating Pattern - Girl in Union Jack Flag Scarf, turquoise
Repeating Pattern - Girl in Union Jack Flag (in aquamarine blue / turquoise). *PLEASE NOTE that the magnifying glass is solely to show the detail of the repeating pattern

Background imageEndpaper Collection: Repeating Pattern - Heart Lock in yellow

Repeating Pattern - Heart Lock in yellow
Repeating Pattern - Heart Lock (in yellow). *PLEASE NOTE that the magnifying glass is solely to show the detail of the repeating pattern and will not feature on the final file.*

Background imageEndpaper Collection: Endpapers, Cecil Aldins Happy Family, Humpty and Dumpty

Endpapers, Cecil Aldins Happy Family, Humpty and Dumpty
Endpaper design by Cecil Aldin, Cecil Aldins Happy Family, Humpty and Dumpty, Their Adventures, told by May Byron. Showing the animals from the full series, namely

Background imageEndpaper Collection: Endpaper design by Cecil Aldin, Field Babies

Endpaper design by Cecil Aldin, Field Babies, showing Pippin the puppy and some of the baby animals he meets on his adventure: a squirrel, a magpie, a hedgehog, an owl, a lamb, rabbits and foxes

Background imageEndpaper Collection: Endpaper design by Cecil Aldin, Old Manor Houses

Endpaper design by Cecil Aldin, Old Manor Houses, showing a traveller walking along a country road, with a group of buildings on a distant hill. Date: 1923

Background imageEndpaper Collection: Endpaper illustration by Cecil Aldin, Farm Babies

Endpaper illustration by Cecil Aldin, Farm Babies, showing most of the animals Decimus Duckling meets during the course of the story: a foal, a nanny goat, a calf, a lamb, a turkey, a pig

Background imageEndpaper Collection: End paper design by Cecil Aldin, Pickles

End paper design by Cecil Aldin, Pickles, showing the naughty puppy running round in a circle with green ribbons. Date: 1909

Background imageEndpaper Collection: Endpaper design by Cecil Aldin, The Great Adventure

Endpaper design by Cecil Aldin, The Great Adventure, showing a street in Bunnyborough, with the pompous beadle Mr Swizzle, his shopkeeper wife Mrs Swizzle, and various rabbits. Date: 1921

Background imageEndpaper Collection: Endpaper illustration, Merry and Bright, by Cecil Aldin

Endpaper illustration, Merry and Bright, by Cecil Aldin, depicting Bright, the German dachshund. Date: 1911

Background imageEndpaper Collection: Endpaper illustration, goslings and signpost

Endpaper illustration, goslings and signpost
Endpaper illustration, goslings looking up at a signpost which points to market, to the duck pond, and to town. A bird with a worm stands on top looking down at them. Date: circa 1933

Background imageEndpaper Collection: Repeating Pattern - Variety of dessert dishes

Repeating Pattern - Variety of dessert dishes. *PLEASE NOTE that the magnifying glass is solely to show the detail of the repeating pattern and will not feature on the final file.*

Background imageEndpaper Collection: Repeating Pattern - Watermelons

Repeating Pattern - Watermelons. *PLEASE NOTE that the magnifying glass is solely to show the detail of the repeating pattern and will not feature on the final file.*

Background imageEndpaper Collection: Repeating Pattern - Toy Drummers

Repeating Pattern - Toy Drummers. *PLEASE NOTE that the magnifying glass is solely to show the detail of the repeating pattern and will not feature on the final file.*

Background imageEndpaper Collection: Repeating Pattern - Pineapples

Repeating Pattern - Pineapples. *PLEASE NOTE that the magnifying glass is solely to show the detail of the repeating pattern and will not feature on the final file.*

Background imageEndpaper Collection: Repeating Pattern - Grand Horse-drawn Carriage

Repeating Pattern - Grand Horse-drawn Carriage. *PLEASE NOTE that the magnifying glass is solely to show the detail of the repeating pattern and will not feature on the final file.*

Background imageEndpaper Collection: Repeating Pattern - guardsmen, yellow

Repeating Pattern - guardsmen, yellow
Repeating Pattern - guardsmen (with yellow background). *PLEASE NOTE that the magnifying glass is solely to show the detail of the repeating pattern and will not feature on the final file.*

Background imageEndpaper Collection: Repeating Pattern - guardsmen, red

Repeating Pattern - guardsmen, red
Repeating Pattern - guardsmen (with red background). *PLEASE NOTE that the magnifying glass is solely to show the detail of the repeating pattern and will not feature on the final file.*

Background imageEndpaper Collection: Repeating Pattern - guardsmen, white

Repeating Pattern - guardsmen, white
Repeating Pattern - guardsmen (with white background). *PLEASE NOTE that the magnifying glass is solely to show the detail of the repeating pattern and will not feature on the final file.*

Background imageEndpaper Collection: Repeating Pattern - guardsmen, blue

Repeating Pattern - guardsmen, blue
Repeating Pattern - guardsmen (with blue background). *PLEASE NOTE that the magnifying glass is solely to show the detail of the repeating pattern and will not feature on the final file.*

Background imageEndpaper Collection: Repeating Pattern - guardsmen, green

Repeating Pattern - guardsmen, green
Repeating Pattern - guardsmen (with green background). *PLEASE NOTE that the magnifying glass is solely to show the detail of the repeating pattern and will not feature on the final file.*

Background imageEndpaper Collection: Repeating Pattern - guardsmen, black

Repeating Pattern - guardsmen, black
Repeating Pattern - guardsmen (with black background). *PLEASE NOTE that the magnifying glass is solely to show the detail of the repeating pattern and will not feature on the final file.*

Background imageEndpaper Collection: Repeating Pattern - peacocks, red

Repeating Pattern - peacocks, red
Repeating Pattern - peacocks (with red background). *PLEASE NOTE that the magnifying glass is solely to show the detail of the repeating pattern and will not feature on the final file.*

Background imageEndpaper Collection: Repeating Pattern - peacocks, blue

Repeating Pattern - peacocks, blue
Repeating Pattern - peacocks (with blue background). *PLEASE NOTE that the magnifying glass is solely to show the detail of the repeating pattern and will not feature on the final file.*

Background imageEndpaper Collection: Repeating Pattern - peacocks, yellow

Repeating Pattern - peacocks, yellow
Repeating Pattern - peacocks (with yellow background). *PLEASE NOTE that the magnifying glass is solely to show the detail of the repeating pattern and will not feature on the final file.*

Background imageEndpaper Collection: Repeating Pattern - peacocks, white

Repeating Pattern - peacocks, white
Repeating Pattern - peacocks (with white background). *PLEASE NOTE that the magnifying glass is solely to show the detail of the repeating pattern and will not feature on the final file.*

Background imageEndpaper Collection: Repeating Pattern - peacocks, green

Repeating Pattern - peacocks, green
Repeating Pattern - peacocks (with green background). *PLEASE NOTE that the magnifying glass is solely to show the detail of the repeating pattern and will not feature on the final file.*



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Endpapers are not just the blank pages at the beginning and end of a book, but rather an opportunity for artistic expression. From repeating patterns to humorous illustrations, they add depth and character to any literary work. One example design is Cecil Aldin's creation, featuring a mesmerizing repeating pattern of skeletons. This macabre yet captivating design sets the tone for what lies within the pages. Charles Crombie also showcases his wit through his humorous endpapers. With clever illustrations scattered throughout, these designs bring a smile to readers' faces before they even delve into the preface or introduction. Speaking of which, one such preface that caught my eye was Merula's introduction to Martial's Epigrammata. Its intricate detailing and elegant typography make it a visual feast for any reader. If you're in search of something more nostalgic, old-style telephones with men and women conversing adorn another set of repeating patterned endpapers. These vintage images transport us back in time when communication was slower but perhaps more meaningful. For those who yearn for adventure on the high seas, pale blue backgrounds adorned with sailing ships provide an ideal backdrop. The repetitive nature of this design creates a sense of movement and excitement as if we were embarking on our own maritime journey. Hokusai's Great Wave takes center stage in another set of endpapers where circles repeat endlessly. This iconic image captures both power and tranquility simultaneously - reminding us that life is ever-changing like the waves themselves. If fruit tickles your fancy instead, assorted fruits or specifically apples and pears can be found adorning other sets of repeating patterned endpapers. Their vibrant colors create a mouthwatering display that whets our appetite for knowledge within the book itself. Whether it be skeletons dancing across pages or sailing ships navigating vast oceans - each set of endpapers tells its own unique story before we even begin reading.