Endpapers Collection

Repeating Pattern - Skeletons (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.*

Decorative end papers, Art Gout Beaute, 1924
Decorative end papers in blue, black and gold, Art Gout Beaute, 1924. 1924

Seated Figure and a Cow; Three Studies of a Child's Head, 1884-1888. Creator: Paul Gauguin
Seated Figure and a Cow; Three Studies of a Child's Head, 1884-1888

Tribute - Endpapers. Florence Mary Anderson / Molly MacArthur (1893-1972) had two distinct styles of illustration. From the middle of the 1920s

Geman advert for Friedrich Fischer, a Munich manufacturer of coloured endpapers, 1902 (print)
3780644 Geman advert for Friedrich Fischer, a Munich manufacturer of coloured endpapers, 1902 (print); (add.info.: Geman advert for Friedrich Fischer, a Munich manufacturer of coloured endpapers)

Humorous endpapers by Charles Crombie
Humorous endpapers (back) by Charles Crombie in The Wonder Book of Daring Deeds Date: circa 1940

Mountain Holiday Capers by Thomas Maybank Date: 1920

Dandelion-Puff Balloon Club by Thomas Maybank Date: 1920

Falling Leaf Aero Club by Thomas Maybank Date: 1920

White Star Line, decorative endpapers, presentation book
White Star Line, decorative endpapers of presentation book. Extremely rare T.H. Ismay hardbound volume presented to the managers

Posada, skeletons of tradesmen
Posada endpapers, skeletons of tradesmen, including a tailor, a shoemaker, a hat maker, a carpenter, and a bill sticker. Date: circa 1910s

Paste end paper with overall pattern of red, blue, and yellow flowers, 19th century. 19th century. Creator: Anon
Paste end paper with overall pattern of red, blue, and yellow flowers, 19th century

William Heath Robinson, Not Now but Soon, The Wonder Book of the Then and Now, front endpapers. circa 1923

Endpaper design, The Story of Me, a baby book in which details can be recorded of the babys date of birth, weight, first birthday, etc. Depicting a baby in a nest in a tree. Date: 1940s

The Jumblies - Edward Lear - Endpapers featuring a Pelican, a Bong Tree and Kangaroo. Date: 1922

Endpapers for Flower Legends for Children (colour litho)
976290 Endpapers for Flower Legends for Children (colour litho) by Eland, John Shenton (1873-1933); Private Collection; (add.info.: Endpapers for Flower Legends for Children)

Decorative endpaper from book (marbled paper)
2603365 Decorative endpaper from book (marbled paper) by Unknown Artist, (19th century); Private Collection; out of copyright

Endplate from a Turkish Book, late C16th (colour woodblock)
708863 Endplate from a Turkish Book, late C16th (colour woodblock) by Turkish School, (16th century); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; Turkish, out of copyright

Front Endpapers - A Christmas Carol, 1915 (litho)
465483 Front Endpapers - A Christmas Carol, 1915 (litho) by Rackham, Arthur (1867-1939); 15x11 cm; Free Library of Philadelphia; (add.info)

Endpapers for Flower Legends for Children (colour litho)
976291 Endpapers for Flower Legends for Children (colour litho) by Eland, John Shenton (1873-1933); Private Collection; (add.info.: Endpapers for Flower Legends for Children)

End papers for The British at War (b / w photo)
3621205 End papers for The British at War (b/w photo) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: End papers for The British at War (Odhams, c 1944).); © Look and Learn

Robinson Crusoe: Endpaper, 1920 (oil on canvas laid down on board)
1767411 Robinson Crusoe: Endpaper, 1920 (oil on canvas laid down on board) by Wyeth, Newell Convers (1882-1945); 76.2x115.6 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Robinson Crusoe: Endpaper)

Repeating Pattern - Girl in Union Jack Flag Scarf, green
Repeating Pattern - Girl in Union Jack Flag (in green). *PLEASE NOTE that the magnifying glass is solely to show the detail of the repeating pattern and will not feature on the final file.*

White Car on Maroon Background

Repeating Pattern - Train / Steam Engine
Repeating Pattern - Steam Engines / Trains

Repeating Pattern - Car / Motoring

Repeating Pattern - Floral Assemblage - dark blue background. *PLEASE NOTE that the magifying glass is solely to show the detail of the repeating pattern and will not feature on the final file.*

Endpapers by Molly McArthur for Mumbudget by Helen Simpson. Date: 1928

Endsheets, 1920s-1930s. Private Collection

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

Repeating Pattern - Sailing Ships - pale 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.*

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

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

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

Decorative Endpaper From A Nineteenth Century Book

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.*

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.*

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.*

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.*

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.*

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.*

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.*

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

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

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

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.*

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

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

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"Endpapers: Where Art and Creativity Meet in the World of Books" Endpapers, those often overlooked pages at the beginning and end of a book, have long served as a canvas for artistic expression, and are not only functional but also an opportunity for artists to showcase their talent and captivate readers before they even delve into the story. In 1924, Art Gout Beaute introduced decorative endpapers that featured repeating patterns of skeletons. This unconventional design added an intriguing twist to books, enticing readers with its unique and slightly eerie aesthetic. Charles Crombie took a more humorous approach with his endpaper illustrations. His playful creations brought laughter to readers' faces as they flipped through the pages of their favorite novels. Thomas Maybank's mountain holiday capers, dandelion-puff balloon club, and falling leaf Aero Club were all depicted on endpapers. These whimsical scenes transported readers into a world filled with adventure and excitement. The White Star Line presented decorative endpapers in their presentation book. These elegant designs added sophistication to the reading experience while showcasing the company's commitment to excellence. Posada's skeleton depictions paid tribute to various tradesmen on endpapers. Through these hauntingly beautiful illustrations, he immortalized ordinary workers who played vital roles in society. Old-style telephones featuring men and women adorned another set of repeating patterned endpapers. This nostalgic design evoked memories of simpler times when communication was less instantaneous but perhaps more meaningful. Sailing ships against a pale blue background created yet another captivating repeating pattern on endpapers. The intricate details captured both the beauty and power of these majestic vessels, transporting readers into maritime adventures across vast oceans. Hokusai's Great Wave transformed into circles formed yet another mesmerizing repeating pattern on endpages. This iconic artwork merged traditional Japanese artistry with contemporary book design, leaving readers awe-inspired by its visual impact. From skeletons to sailing ships, from humor to elegance, they have become an integral part of the reading experience.