Ex-Libris Count L.A. Rati Opizzoni
1911
Step into the flirtatious world of the early 20th century with this delightful bookplate by Franz von Bayros. Dressed in elaborate 18th-century Rococo fashion—think towering powdered wigs and ruffles upon ruffles—a romantic couple embraces within a lush floral arch. At their feet, a playful cherub lounges near a coat of arms, guarding the library of Count L.A. Rati Opizzoni. Bayros was famous for reviving this decadent style, often adding a cheeky, erotic twist to his illustrations (earning him the nickname 'The Marquis de Bayros'), making this a classy yet spirited label for a private book collection.
- Technique
- etching
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- paper
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