“This book was published to accompany an exhibition at The National Gallery, London, 12 March - 5 May 1997"--Title page verso.
John M. Leighton Books
John Leighton was an English artist celebrated for his book illustrations and cover designs. His talent for design first emerged in 'Suggestions in Design... for the Use of Artists and Art Workmen' (1852), a work that expounded his values and beliefs regarding the history of design. A publisher and collector of art, Leighton also championed the collection of book plates and was instrumental in establishing an Ex-Libris Society.