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Illustrated with engraved scenes throughout.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA gorgeous powder blue French cartonnage binding with deep blue and extensive gilt decoration in an intricate geometric pattern. The front features a color illustration of a young boy by the sea, surrounded by an elaborate blue and gold frame.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGood antique condition with some age related wear. There is wear to the spine, particularly along the lower third, including a horizontal split across the spine as shown. 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The front features a colorful scene of a father and child watching a hot air balloon, framed in ornate blue and gold.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn great antique condition with a really good, solid spine and very little exterior wear. Light foxing and age related toning to the interior consistent with age.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Union Birch Home ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68036068114736,"sku":null,"price":200.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0926\/1626\/1936\/files\/212AD427-ECE5-4F5B-90AE-D7CF48818E47.jpg?v=1791997282"},{"product_id":"little-fanchon-1870","title":"#25 Little Fanchon 1870","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn 1870 French edition of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLittle Fanchon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e by Victor Delcroix, published in Rouen by Mégard et Cie. Illustrated with engraved scenes throughout.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA beautiful cream French cartonnage binding decorated in green and gold with an intricate repeating pattern and ornate gilt borders. The front features a colorful pastoral scene set into an elaborate gilt frame.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn really great antique condition with a strong, solid spine and very little exterior wear. Light age related toning to the interior pages.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Union Birch Home ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68036089217328,"sku":null,"price":200.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0926\/1626\/1936\/files\/429AA2E7-D55A-4969-89D6-3762B661DA90.jpg?v=1791997468"},{"product_id":"24-courage-in-adversity-1861","title":"#24 Courage in Adversity 1861","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn 1861 French edition of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCourage in Adversity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e by Régis Hellimer, published by F. F. Ardant Frères in Limoges and Paris. Includes an illustrated frontispiece.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA charming smaller scale French cartonnage with a pink cover richly decorated in raised gilt floral and architectural motifs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGood antique condition with some age related wear, particularly along the spine and edges. 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Some age related foxing to the interior pages.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEspecially charming is the original handwritten school prize presentation leaf mounted inside the front cover, dated 1856, giving the book a wonderful piece of its early provenance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Union Birch Home ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68036407427376,"sku":null,"price":235.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0926\/1626\/1936\/files\/7417DEB9-14DE-400B-87FB-7647FCF5E137.jpg?v=1792014317"},{"product_id":"21-family-evenings-c-1860","title":"#21 Family Evenings c. 1860","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA mid 19th century French edition of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFamily Evenings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e by Marie Émery, published by J. Lefort in Lille and Paris. Illustrated with engraved plates throughout.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeautiful white French cartonnage with an intricate red and gilt lattice design and a colorful pastoral scene inset into the front cover.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVery good antique condition with a strong, well preserved spine. 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Some foxing and toning to the interior pages consistent with age.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Union Birch Home ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68036428235056,"sku":null,"price":145.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0926\/1626\/1936\/files\/1C8C9302-C24F-460F-A573-D3FFB5DB0E7C.jpg?v=1792014439"},{"product_id":"19-selected-lives-of-the-desert-fathers-of-the-east-1864","title":"#19 Selected Lives of the Desert Fathers of the East 1864","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA beautiful 1864 French edition of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVies choisies des Pères des Déserts d’Orient\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e by Michel Ange Marin, published in Tours by Alfred Mame et Fils. The book recounts the lives of the early Christian Desert Fathers of Egypt, Arabia, Palestine and the surrounding regions and is illustrated with engraved plates.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn especially striking French cartonnage binding in turquoise green, ivory and gilt with elaborate floral decoration and a hand colored religious vignette to the front cover.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGood antique condition with a strong, attractive spine. Light age related wear throughout with a little more wear along the bottom edge and corners. Interior shows minor scattered foxing consistent with age.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Union Birch Home ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68036465754416,"sku":null,"price":235.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0926\/1626\/1936\/files\/DE40D7CD-AB64-490F-A08D-CAD8FF3F3594.jpg?v=1792014511"},{"product_id":"18-young-people-made-famous-by-their-filial-piety-courage-and-talents-1863","title":"#18 Young People Made Famous by Their Filial Piety, Courage and Talents 1863","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA beautiful 1863 French edition of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLes Jeunes Personnes devenues célèbres par leur piété filiale, leur courage, leurs talents, etc.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e by M. A. Antoine, published in Rouen by Mégard et Cie. 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Scattered foxing and age toning to the interior as expected for its age.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Union Birch Home ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68036480958768,"sku":null,"price":200.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0926\/1626\/1936\/files\/05F84A82-F78F-492F-A792-0433F09726ED.jpg?v=1792014690"},{"product_id":"17-the-discovery-of-america-victories-and-conquests-of-christopher-columbus-c-1860s","title":"#17 The Discovery of America: Victories and Conquests of Christopher Columbus c. 1860s","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA beautiful mid 19th century French cartonnage edition of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHistoire de la Découverte de l’Amérique, Victoires et Conquêtes de Christophe Colomb\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, published in Limoges by Eugène Ardant et C. 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Scattered foxing to the interior pages consistent with age.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Union Birch Home ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68036525162800,"sku":null,"price":135.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0926\/1626\/1936\/files\/D53D892A-4F4D-479D-A00D-9E62613D1851.jpg?v=1792014812"},{"product_id":"laurent-and-jerome-or-the-two-young-poets-1869","title":"#15 Laurent and Jérôme, or The Two Young Poets 1869","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA beautiful 19th century French cartonnage edition of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLaurent and Jérôme, or The Two Young Poets\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e by Étienne Gervais, published in Tours by Alfred Mame et Fils in 1869.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe richly decorated binding is especially striking in vibrant blue, white and gold, with ornate gilt detailing and a charming inset illustration of two young figures in a wooded landscape. The interior includes an engraved frontispiece.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGood antique condition overall. The covers retain strong color and beautiful gilt decoration. There is more noticeable age related wear to the spine than on many of the other examples in the collection, including wear and losses at the upper and lower spine edges. Light wear to the corners and edges and scattered foxing to the interior pages, all consistent with age.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Union Birch Home ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68036531519792,"sku":null,"price":165.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0926\/1626\/1936\/files\/3D8E7B52-73AB-466B-8D06-FA181E45AE16.jpg?v=1792014876"},{"product_id":"14-the-ocean-and-its-phenomena-1884-engraved-plates-depicting-maritime-exploration-and-natural-phenomena","title":"#14 The Ocean and Its Phenomena 1884- engraved plates depicting maritime exploration and natural phenomena","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA striking and unusually large 19th century French cartonnage book, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Ocean and Its Phenomena\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, published in Rouen by Mégard et Cie in 1884.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis example is significantly larger than the typical cartonnage books in the collection, measuring approximately two inches taller than many of the others. The elaborate cover features coral, white and gold decoration with floral detailing and a dramatic inset maritime scene. The book includes engraved illustrations relating to the ocean, exploration and natural phenomena.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGood antique condition overall. The covers retain beautiful color and gilt detail with light age related wear. Some wear is present along the spine and edges, with expected toning and scattered foxing to the interior pages. 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This example is especially striking for its \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003efully gilt page edges\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, which give the closed book a beautiful solid gold appearance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe book is illustrated with engraved plates, including the dramatic scene shown of Maria Theresa presenting her son to the Hungarians.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA wonderful detail inside is the original \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1868 school prize presentation label\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e from the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePensionnat des Frères Maristes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e in Neuville sur Saône. It records the book being awarded as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFirst Prize in Geography\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, giving this copy a lovely piece of documented 19th century provenance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSignificantly larger than the more commonly found cartonnage examples, making it especially impressive displayed upright or stacked with smaller volumes. Beautiful antique condition overall with age appropriate wear, light foxing and minor wear to the binding consistent with its age. The gilt decoration and blue coloring remain exceptionally vibrant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Union Birch Home ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68036719837488,"sku":null,"price":300.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0926\/1626\/1936\/files\/35B15549-A541-4F18-AB70-644E3028A729.jpg?v=1792015057"},{"product_id":"12-history-of-the-french-colonies-1858","title":"#12 History of the French Colonies 1858","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA beautiful 19th century French cartonnage book, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHistory of the French Colonies and French Settlements in America, Africa, Asia and Oceania\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e by J. J. E. Roy, published by Mame in Tours in 1858.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis example has an especially elaborate blue, gold and white binding with raised floral decoration and a wonderfully detailed inset coastal scene to the front cover. The interior includes engraved illustrations depicting episodes from French colonial history.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA particularly charming detail is the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eoriginal handwritten 1859 school prize presentation insert\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e inside, documenting the book as a prize awarded to a student. These surviving presentation pieces add a wonderful layer of provenance and show how beautifully bound books like this were often given as academic awards in 19th century France.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn really good antique condition overall with the colors and gilt decoration remaining beautifully vibrant. Light age related wear throughout with a little more visible wear at the bottom corner of the spine, as pictured.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Union Birch Home ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68036733403440,"sku":null,"price":215.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0926\/1626\/1936\/files\/E2CA0BCD-8115-4DB5-9FC3-4742AA8DA177.jpg?v=1792015108"},{"product_id":"11-voyage-in-sicily-and-malta-1864","title":"#11 Voyage in Sicily and Malta 1864","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA beautiful 19th century French cartonnage edition of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVoyage in Sicily and Malta\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e by Patrick Brydone, published by Alfred Mame et Fils in Tours in 1864. This is the seventh edition of Brydone’s celebrated travel account documenting Sicily and Malta.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe binding is especially elaborate, with brilliant blue, white and gold decoration surrounding a detailed inset landscape scene. The interior is illustrated with engraved views, including Palermo Cathedral and other sites encountered throughout the journey.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInside is an \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eoriginal handwritten 1868 school prize presentation insert\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e from the Collège de Thann, recording the book as a prize awarded to a student. A wonderful piece of surviving provenance and a reminder that these exceptionally decorative bindings were often created as presentation and prize books.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGood antique condition overall with beautiful color and gilt remaining. Age related wear is present, including some wear and losses along the spine and corners, as pictured.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Union Birch Home ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68036742873392,"sku":null,"price":215.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0926\/1626\/1936\/files\/EB571458-0559-481D-8574-956BC735D73A.jpg?v=1792015170"},{"product_id":"10-the-little-prisoner-of-the-snows-1880","title":"#10 The Little Prisoner of the Snows 1880","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA beautiful 19th century French cartonnage edition of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Little Prisoner of the Snows\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e by the Comtesse Drohojowska, née Symon de Latreiche. Published in 1880 by J. 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There is age related wear, most notably \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003esome separation and loss at the lower spine area\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, along with wear to the corners and edges, as pictured.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Union Birch Home ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68036749689136,"sku":null,"price":185.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0926\/1626\/1936\/files\/8453F4FC-B881-44D9-9863-79C4A9811A8D.jpg?v=1792015230"},{"product_id":"9-history-of-turenne-1883","title":"#9 History of Turenne 1883","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA beautiful 19th century French cartonnage edition of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHistory of Turenne\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e by Abbé Raguenet. Published in Tours by Alfred Mame et Fils in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1883\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is an especially striking example with an elaborate \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003egreen, white and gilt decorated binding\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, complete with a charming inset color landscape scene on the front cover. The interior includes engraved illustrations, including a dramatic full page frontispiece.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVery good antique condition overall.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The spine is particularly well preserved with very little wear, especially nice for a decorative cartonnage binding of this age. 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The book includes engraved illustrations throughout.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe binding on this one is especially beautiful with an elaborate \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003esky blue and gold floral design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e covering the front, back and spine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVery good antique condition overall.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The spine is remarkably well preserved with very little wear. Light age related wear to the extremities and some scattered foxing to the interior pages, all consistent with its 175 year age.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Union Birch Home ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68036758470960,"sku":null,"price":200.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0926\/1626\/1936\/files\/3BB7ABC4-E696-4979-9240-8D6ABA4B24FD.jpg?v=1792015378"},{"product_id":"7-valentine-or-the-path-of-virtue-1857","title":"#7 Valentine, or The Path of Virtue 1857","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA beautiful mid 19th century French cartonnage book, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eValentine ou L’Ascendant de la Vertu\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, which translates to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eValentine, or The Path of Virtue\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, by Eulalie B., published in Lille by L. 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Interior pages show occasional foxing and toning.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Union Birch Home ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68036973461808,"sku":null,"price":200.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0926\/1626\/1936\/files\/BB692E4A-F94A-4A18-8DFC-5DAA73EA176A.jpg?v=1792017032"},{"product_id":"6-the-little-solitaries-of-the-aosta-valley-1847","title":"#6 The Little Solitaries of the Aosta Valley 1847","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA beautiful early Victorian French cartonnage book, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLes Petits Solitaires de la Vallée d’Aoste\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, which translates to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Little Solitaries of the Aosta Valley\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, by Victor Doublet. 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There is visible wear and discoloration to the spine, particularly at the ends, along with light rubbing to the corners and edges. Interior pages show scattered foxing and toning consistent with age.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Union Birch Home ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68036985553200,"sku":null,"price":200.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0926\/1626\/1936\/files\/2EE82952-B2C6-445B-AB08-6280C40CAB7E.jpg?v=1792017298"},{"product_id":"4-life-of-duquesne-1869","title":"#4 Life of Duquesne 1869","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA beautiful 19th century French cartonnage book, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVie de Duquesne\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, translating to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Life of Duquesne\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Published in Rouen by Mégard et Cie in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1869\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe book tells the life of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbraham Duquesne\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, the celebrated 17th century French naval commander, and includes engraved illustrations depicting scenes from his life. The decorative binding is especially striking with its \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewhite, blue and gilt lattice design and vivid central illustration of a mounted military figure\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGood antique condition overall with age appropriate wear.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The decorative covers retain strong color and gilt detail with rubbing and wear around the corners and edges. The spine shows more noticeable wear, including rubbing, discoloration and losses at the head and foot, but remains attached. Interior pages show scattered foxing and toning consistent with age.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Union Birch Home ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68036989714736,"sku":null,"price":195.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0926\/1626\/1936\/files\/2F8A1321-CD16-4326-8D1C-61EDAF9A913D.jpg?v=1792017472"},{"product_id":"3-manoel-adventures-of-a-spanish-youth-c-1860s","title":"#3 Manoël: Adventures of a Spanish Youth, c. 1860s","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA wonderful 19th century French cartonnage book, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eManoël: Aventures d’un Jeune Espagnol\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, translating to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eManoël: Adventures of a Spanish Youth\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, by Madame Hoffland. 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