Amherst College Library

Long before Tiffany & Co. became the ultimate symbol of luxury jewelry, they were creating stunning graphic designs and bookbindings, as seen in this intricate piece by artist Elisha Brown Bird. The swirling, organic border—reminiscent of the Art Nouveau style—frames a peaceful engraving of the Converse Memorial Library at Amherst College, complete with the college's official seal at the top. It’s a beautiful reminder that in the late 19th century, even institutional documents like library title pages were treated as canvases for high art, blending classical architecture with decorative flair.

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