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William Augustus Brewer bookplate collection

 Collection
Identifier: GRA 0115
Abstract

The William Augustus Brewer bookplate collection comprises 12,870 printed bookplates dating primarily from the eighteenth, nineteenth, and twentieth centuries, many of which were from the libraries of famous individuals or produced by significant artists. The collection also contains additional material relating to Brewer's collection, including Mrs. Augusta LaMotte Brewer's address book and printing plates and blocks, as well as reference material relating to bookplates.

Dates: circa 1700-2000

Carol Hoffecker Delaware bookplate collection

 Collection
Identifier: GRA 0098-F0001
Abstract

The Carol Hoffecker Delaware bookplate collection comprises 76 bookplates belonging to prominent early twentieth-century Delawareans and regional organizations. Individuals represented include statesmen, businessmen, and members of distinguished families, such as the du Pont and Warner families.

Dates: 1891, circa 1920-1940