Ex libris van D. Goedkoop 1917

Carel Adolph Lion Cachet created this bookplate for D. Goedkoop using an unspecified technique. The piece serves as a marker of ownership and identity. This print invites us to consider the cultural and historical contexts of the early 20th century. The years 1867 to 1917, prominently featured, mark a period of significant social and political change in Europe. The imagery, dense with symbolism, blends maritime motifs with heraldic traditions. The visual language of ships and crests would have resonated with the patron, reflecting their social standing and perhaps familial history. The text, "Ex Libris," Latin for "from the books of," transforms the bookplate into a personal emblem. Consider how such a piece can both reflect and construct the identity of its owner within a specific socio-economic framework. This bookplate is not just a practical tool but a statement of cultural belonging.