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16 Feet Collection of European 19th Century Leather-Bound Books

$2,900
£2,194.55
€2,531.01
CA$4,049.65
A$4,536.92
CHF 2,361.46
MX$55,250.94
NOK 30,081.85
SEK 28,328.62
DKK 18,893.64
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A collection of European decorative antique leather-bound library books dated from 1832-1908, 16 feet in total. This lot of books is from the following four European countries; Denmark, Sweden, France and Great Britain. The books are wrapped in leather-bound covers, comprised of a selection of warm tones and gold leaf print embossing.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 7.49 in (19 cm)Width: 33.47 in (85 cm)Depth: 5.32 in (13.5 cm)
  • Style:
    British Colonial (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    19th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. This particular 16ft collection of books are made per client request (Joseph NC), all are in good condition with age appropriate wear and tear. Some smaller chips on the edges are present and minor color fading of the leather. No mold or smells.
  • Seller Location:
    Haddonfield, NJ
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 342491stDibs: LU943434568792

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