Book Design Collection (page 14)

Romulus and Remus, 1882. Artist: Anonymous
Romulus and Remus, 1882. Private Collection

The Acropolis of Pergamum, 1882. Artist: Allom, Thomas (1804-1872)
The Acropolis of Pergamum, 1882. Private Collection

The Return of Alcibiades to Athens, 1882. Artist: Vogel, Hermann (1854-1921)
The Return of Alcibiades to Athens, 1882. Private Collection

Destruction of the Athenian Army in Sicily, 1882. Artist: Vogel, Hermann (1854-1921)
Destruction of the Athenian Army in Sicily, 1882. Private Collection

Interior of the Parthenon, 1882. Artist: Closs, Adolf (1840-1894)
Interior of the Parthenon, 1882. Private Collection

Aesop, 1882. Artist: Anonymous
Aesop, 1882. Private Collection

Trojan Horse, 1882. Artist: Anonymous
Trojan Horse, 1882. Private Collection

Archbishop Stefan Yavorsky (1658-1722), 1821-1822. Artist: Afanasyev, Afanasy (active c. 1809-1826)
Archbishop Stefan Yavorsky (1658-1722), 1821-1822. Found in the collection of Russian State Library, Moscow

Hurl Them From the Window!, 1882. Artist: Anonymous
Hurl Them From the Window!, 1882. Private Collection

Martinitz and Slawata, 1882. Artist: Brend amour, Richard (1831-1915)
Martinitz and Slawata, 1882. Private Collection

Alchemy and Astrology Taught in the Schools, 1882. Artist: Anonymous
Alchemy and Astrology Taught in the Schools, 1882. Private Collection

Rudolf II grants the Letter of Majesty, 1882. Artist: Anonymous
Rudolf II grants the Letter of Majesty, 1882. Private Collection

The Rising of the Peasants, 1882. Artist: Anonymous
The Rising of the Peasants, 1882. Private Collection

Charles V at Fuggers, 1882. Artist: Anonymous
Charles V at Fugger s, 1882. Private Collection

Luther Burns the Popes Bull, 1882. Artist: Anonymous
Luther Burns the Popes Bull, 1882. Private Collection

Luthers Capture, 1882. Artist: Schweissinger, G. (active End of 19th cen. )
Luthers Capture, 1882. Private Collection

Charles the Bold at Nancy, 1882. Artist: Anonymous
Charles the Bold at Nancy, 1882. Private Collection

Tetzel Selling Indulgences, 1882. Artist: Anonymous
Tetzel Selling Indulgences, 1882. Private Collection

Friedrichs Reception of Eleanor, 1882. Artist: Werthmann, Wilhelm (active 1854-1885)
Friedrichs Reception of Eleanor, 1882. Private Collection

Gutenberg 1400-1468, 1882. Artist: Anonymous
Gutenberg 1400-1468, 1882. Private Collection

Ziska in Battle, 1882. Artist: Anonymous
Ziska in Battle, 1882. Private Collection

Huss before the Council, 1882. Artist: Anonymous
Huss before the Council, 1882. Private Collection

Arnold von Winkelried, 1882. Artist: Anonymous
Arnold von Winkelried, 1882. Private Collection

Karl IV Enters Avignon, 1882. Artist: Anonymous
Karl IV Enters Avignon, 1882. Private Collection

Reconciliation of Ludwig with Friedrich, 1882. Artist: Werthmann, Wilhelm (active 1854-1885)
Reconciliation of Ludwig with Friedrich, 1882. Private Collection

Henry VII Mourned by His People, 1882. Artist: Reusche, Fedor (1823-?)
Henry VII Mourned by His People, 1882. Private Collection

William Tell, 1882. Artist: Anonymous
William Tell, 1882. Private Collection

Ottokar Pays Homage to Rudolf, 1882. Artist: Anonymous
Ottokar Pays Homage to Rudolf, 1882. Private Collection

Geslers Hat, 1882. Artist: Brend amour, Richard (1831-1915)
Geslers Hat, 1882. Private Collection

Nobles Plundering Traveling Merchants, 1882. Artist: Anonymous
Nobles Plundering Traveling Merchants, 1882. Private Collection

Rudolph of Habsburg and the Priest, 1882. Artist: Brend amour, Richard (1831-1915)
Rudolph of Habsburg and the Priest, 1882. Private Collection

Manfred Killed in Battle, 1882. Artist: Anonymous
Manfred Killed in Battle, 1882. Private Collection

Isabels Reception at Worms, 1882. Artist: Anonymous
Isabels Reception at Worms, 1882. Private Collection

Crusaders in Battle, 1882. Artist: Anonymous
Crusaders in Battle, 1882. Private Collection

Friedrich crossing to Asia Minor, 1882. Artist: Anonymous
Friedrich crossing to Asia Minor, 1882. Private Collection

Beatrice led into the Diet, 1882. Artist: Oertel, Kaspar (1840-?)
Beatrice led into the Diet, 1882. Private Collection

Friedrich Barbarossa at Susa, 1882. Artist: Anonymous
Friedrich Barbarossa at Susa, 1882. Private Collection

Citizens of Lodi imploring Friedrichs Help, 1882. Artist: Anonymous
Citizens of Lodi imploring Friedrichs Help, 1882. Private Collection

The Women of Weinsberg, 1882. Artist: Anonymous
The Women of Weinsberg, 1882. Private Collection

Rudolf of Swabia Mortally Wounded, 1882. Artist: Anonymous
Rudolf of Swabia Mortally Wounded, 1882. Private Collection

Henry IV Doing Penance at Canossa, 1882. Artist: Anonymous
Henry IV Doing Penance at Canossa, 1882. Private Collection

Konrad proceeding to Coronation, 1882. Artist: Obermann, Carl Ferdinand (1823-1910)
Konrad proceeding to Coronation, 1882. Private Collection

Liudolf craves his Fathers Pardon, 1882. Artist: Anonymous
Liudolf craves his Fathers Pardon, 1882. Private Collection

Henry Proclaimed Emperor, 1882. Artist: Anonymous
Henry Proclaimed Emperor, 1882. Private Collection

On the Lookout for Northmen, 1882. Artist: Anonymous
On the Lookout for Northmen, 1882. Private Collection

Haroun al Raschids Presents, 1882. Artist: Anonymous
Haroun al Raschids Presents, 1882. Private Collection

Wittekind calls his Saxons to Arms, 1882. Artist: Anonymous
Wittekind calls his Saxons to Arms, 1882. Private Collection

The Death of Brunhilde, (Brunehaut), 1882. Artist: Anonymous
The Death of Brunhilde, (Brunehaut), 1882. Private Collection

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Book design is an art that brings stories to life through captivating illustrations and carefully crafted layouts. From the whimsical world of The Little Prince, where Antoine de Saint-Exupery's words are beautifully complemented by enchanting drawings, to the intense battle between Holmes and Moriarty depicted in Sidney Edward Paget's illustration for The Final Problem, the power to transport us into different realms. Even historical events find their place within the pages of books, like the haunting image of The Burning of the Library of Alexandria. An anonymous artist captures a moment in time when knowledge was lost forever, reminding us of both tragedy and resilience. In Richard Wagner's epic tale The Rhinegold and The Valkyrie, Arthur Rackham's illustration introduces us to Freia, a fair maiden who captivates our imagination with her ethereal beauty. And speaking of captivating characters, Tatyana from Eugene Onegin comes alive through an exquisite illustration that perfectly captures Alexander Pushkin's poetic masterpiece. Mythology also finds its place in book design; Arthur Rackham once again enchants us with his depiction of Brunnhilde on Grane leaping onto Siegfried's funeral pyre from Siegfried and The Twilight of Gods. These images remind us why mythology continues to inspire generations. Books have always been powerful tools for conveying ideas beyond just storytelling. In 1906, an anonymous master created a family tree illustrating modern socialism—a testament to how books can shape ideologies throughout history. Children's literature wouldn't be complete without mentioning Alice in Wonderland. Sir John Tenniel transports readers down the rabbit hole with his iconic illustration titled "The Shower of Cards, " capturing Lewis Carroll’s whimsy perfectly. From ancient Norse tales illustrated by unknown artists depicting Odin Hanging on the World-Tree to Aubrey Beardsley’s intricate artwork accompanying Le Morte d'Arthur by Sir Thomas Malory—book design breathes new life into these timeless stories.