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Bookplate of Johann Rudolf Burckhardt (1750-1813)

Description

A bookplate (from Latin ex "from" and libris "to the books") is a slip of paper pasted into books to identify the owner. The bookplate of Johann Rudolf Burckhardt (1750-1813) shows the family coat of arms with crest as well as the name "Burckhardt vom Kirsgarten."

Object description

Basel, end of 18th century

Etching

Gift of Dr. Theodor Engelmann, Basel

Inv. 1922.260.

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