A Forest Hymn 1860 by Bryant
| Author: | William Cullen Bryant |
| Full Title : | A Forest Hymn |
| Published: | New York: W. A. Townsend, 1860 |
A fine example of a mid-19th Century American full leather binding.
Full deep burgundy crushed morocco leather binding, gilt ruled in ornamental patterns on boards and spine. Spine with raised bands, gilt ruled compartments and title, inner dentelles and edges gilt patterened. a.e.g.
Illustrations by John A. Nums. Profusely illustrated. 32 pages.
Full leather; gilt lettering, gilt-embossed design on cover; gilt spine with raised bands.
Binding displays a bit of gentle rubbing and wear at extremities, but overall still appealing and a very fine example of book binding artistry unique to this era.
An uncommon binding thus.
In VG+ antiquarian condition, some gentle spotting/ foxing internally which is not severe or detracting visually.
Measures c. 7" W x 9 1/2" H.
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| Item #: | B0482 |
| Item Title: | A Forest Hymn - 1860 |
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