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"Icarus, " Rare Large Bookplate by Schaefer for Eugen Bergmann

About the Item

Beautifully executed and finely printed, this rare, large bookplate was created by L. Schaefer for Eugen Bergmann in 1912. The classic mythological story of the nude Icarus falling down to earth was a popular theme among some male art and book collectors, and this is an especially fine example from the early 20th century.
  • Creator:
    L. Schaefer (Artist)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 9.25 in (23.5 cm)Width: 6.25 in (15.88 cm)
  • Style:
    Neoclassical (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1912
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    Philadelphia, PA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU8651785573

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