Colophon Collection

Landscape After the Rain, by Kao K o-kung (1248-1310). Yuan dynasty
CHINA: LANDSCAPE. Landscape After the Rain, by Kao K o-kung (1248-1310). Yuan dynasty

Two colophons, in running script, Qing dynasty, 1864. Creators: Jia Zhen, Pan Zengying
Two colophons, in running script, Qing dynasty, 1864

Trade signs: Metal, Glass and Oil Trades (litho)
6026897 Trade signs: Metal, Glass and Oil Trades (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Metal, Glass and Oil Trades)

Griffin printers emblem of Sebastianus Gryphius, Lyon, 1546 (woodcut)
CHT418494 Griffin printers emblem of Sebastianus Gryphius, Lyon, 1546 (woodcut) by French School, (16th century); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris

Titlepage of The shoemakers holiday by Thomas Dekker, 1600
2653545 Titlepage of The shoemakers holiday by Thomas Dekker, 1600 by English School, (17th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Shomakers Holiday. Or the Gentle craft)

The Historie of Orlando Furioso by Robert Greene, 1594 (titlepage)
2653544 The Historie of Orlando Furioso by Robert Greene, 1594 (titlepage) by English School, (16th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Historie of Orlando Furioso)

Titlepage of Antonios Revenge by John Marston, 1602
2653537 Titlepage of Antonios Revenge by John Marston, 1602 by English School, (17th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Antonios Revenge, second part (of the Historie of Antonio and Mellida)

Titlepage of The Merchant of Venice by William Shakespeare, 1637
2653541 Titlepage of The Merchant of Venice by William Shakespeare, 1637 by English School, (17th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Titlepage of The Merry Wives of Windsor by William Shakespeare
2653531 Titlepage of The Merry Wives of Windsor by William Shakespeare by English School, (17th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

M. William Shakespeare, his true chronicle history of the life and death of King Lear
2653532 M.William Shakespeare, his true chronicle history of the life and death of King Lear and his three daughters, 1608 by English School

Title page of The Pleasant Comedie of Old Fortunatus by Thomas Dekker, 1600 (
2653540 Title page of The Pleasant Comedie of Old Fortunatus by Thomas Dekker, 1600 ( by English School, (17th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Colophon of the Visigothic-Mozarabic Bible of St. Isidore s
485224 Colophon of the Visigothic-Mozarabic Bible of St. Isidore s, with portraits of the two miniaturists, Florencio and Sancho, fol.514r. A.D

Titlepage of The Revengers Tragedy by Thomas Middleton, 1607
2653539 Titlepage of The Revengers Tragedy by Thomas Middleton, 1607 by English School, (17th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Das Malerische und Romantische Rheinland, 1928

A Mongol groom leading a horse to be presented as tribute to the Chinese court
CHINA: HORSE AND GROOM. A Mongol groom leading a horse to be presented as tribute to the Chinese court. Detail of a painted handscroll by Chao Yung, Yuan Dynasty, 1347

Das Malerische und Romantische Rheinland 1928
Das Malerische und Romantische Rheinland, 1928. Henry Winkles (British, 1801-1900), after Theodor Verhas (German, 1811-1872), Kurt Schroeder

Suite de Paysages Landscape Plate 5 Remarque
Suite de Paysages: Landscape, Plate 5, Remarque, Three Stalks of Wheat, 1892-1893. Charles Marie Dulac (French, 1865-1898), Printer: Belfond, Imprimeur Belfond (per colophon). Color lithograph

Suite de Paysages Landscape Plate 4 Remarque
Suite de Paysages: Landscape, Plate 4, Remarque, Snake, 1892-1893. Charles Marie Dulac (French, 1865-1898), Printer: Lemercier, Imprimeur Lemercier (per colophon). Color lithograph

Suite de Paysages Landscape Plate 2 Remarque
Suite de Paysages: Landscape, Plate 2, Remarque, Starflowers, 1892-1893. Charles Marie Dulac (French, 1865-1898), Printer: Bellefond (per colophon). Color lithograph

Suite de Paysages Colophon 1892-1893 Charles Marie Dulac
Suite de Paysages: Colophon, 1892-1893. Charles Marie Dulac (French, 1865-1898), Eugene Martial Simas (French, 1862-1926), Printer: A. Bergier (French). Color lithograph

Album Miscellaneous Subjects Colophon 1600s Fan Qi
Album of Miscellaneous Subjects, Colophon, 1600s. Fan Qi (Chinese, 1616-aft 1694). Album leaf, ink and color on silk; image: 12.6 x 17.3 cm (4 15/16 x 6 13/16 in.); overall

Yang Kuei-fei, concubine of Emperor Ming Huang (712-756), mounting a horse
CHINA: CONCUBINE & HORSE. Yang Kuei-fei, concubine of Emperor Ming Huang (712-756), mounting a horse. Detail from a late 13th century copy, by Chien Shuan, of a T ang Dynasty scroll

Book of cavalry by Ramon Llull (1235-1316)
Ramon Llull (1235-1316). Spanish writer and philosopher. Book of cavalry. Manuscript, 15th century. Colophon and anagram

PYTHEOS Greek poet from Colophon, about whom little or nothing is known Date: BC

Bizhan Slaughters Wild Boars Irman Folio Shahnama
Artokoloro

Prima parte de fiori 1591 Woodcut Overall 6 11 / 16 x 9 1 / 16
Artokoloro

The Historie of Orlando Furioso by Ludovico Ariosto, 1594 (engraving)
XJF862976 The Historie of Orlando Furioso by Ludovico Ariosto, 1594 (engraving) by English School, (16th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

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The colophon, a small but significant element in the world of art and literature, holds within it a wealth of information and history, and is an often overlooked detail that provides insights into the creators, time periods, and trades associated with various works. In the realm of painting, "Landscape After the Rain" by Kao Ko-kung from the Yuan dynasty transports us to a serene world where nature's beauty is captured on canvas. The colophon accompanying this masterpiece reveals details about its creator and era, allowing us to appreciate not only its aesthetic appeal but also its historical significance. Moving forward to the Qing dynasty, we encounter two colophons written in elegant running script by Jia Zhen and Pan Zengying. These calligraphic masterpieces offer glimpses into their creators' artistic prowess while providing valuable context about their work during that period. Trade signs have long been used as visual representations of various industries. The litho print featuring metal, glass, and oil trades showcases how these professions were advertised through vibrant imagery. This particular colophon serves as a testament to the creativity employed in promoting businesses during that time. Printers too left their mark through emblems like Sebastianus Gryphius' griffin emblem from Lyon in 1546. Crafted using woodcut techniques, this colophon symbolizes Gryphius' dedication to his craft while adding an artistic touch to his printed works. Shifting our focus towards literature, title pages become important indicators of authorship and publication dates. Thomas Dekker's "The Shoemakers Holiday" from 1600 presents us with a visually captivating title page that sets the stage for his play's narrative. Robert Greene's "The Historie of Orlando Furioso" from 1594 offers another example where typography takes center stage on its title page. Its intricate design hints at both Greene's storytelling skills and contemporary printing practices during Elizabethan times. William Shakespeare, the renowned playwright, also left his mark through title pages.