The bookplates and badges of C. F. A. Voysey

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The Bookplates and Badges of C.F.A. Voysey presents the designs for bookplates and badges by the English Arts and Crafts designer and architect C.F.A. Voysey. Perhaps the most recognised and influential designer of his age, Voysey created over one hundred bookplates, badges and greeting cards. The focus of this book is the collection of these designs from Voysey's personal archive; only a very few have been published to date, and never as a completed collection. Beautiful to look at and full of interesting symbolism, each design encapsulates the spirit and underlying principles that informed every aspect of Voysey's architecture and decorative design. These compositions also form the centrepiece of a beautifully illustrated tale about the life and work of Voysey, touching on his personality, interests, relationship with family and clients, and central role as a designer of the Arts and Crafts Movement.