Boekenlegger uit archief Philip Zilcken by Rotary Photo

Boekenlegger uit archief Philip Zilcken 1898 - 1910

rotaryphoto

pencil drawn

toned paper

pen drawing

mechanical pen drawing

old engraving style

pen-ink sketch

limited contrast and shading

pen and pencil

pen work

pencil art

This bookmark, created by Rotary Photo between 1898 and 1910, features a portrait of Count Tolstoy within an ornate oval frame. The image is surrounded by stylized floral motifs and the text "Book Mark." The bottom of the bookmark advertises "Players Navy Mixture," a brand of tobacco. This type of bookmark was likely given away as a promotional item, highlighting the popularity of tobacco products and the use of portraiture as a marketing tool during this era.