Old book Colomba Mérimée 1876 G. Charpentier vintage edition

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Description

This antique book is a copy of "Colomba" by Prosper Mérimée, published in Paris by G. Charpentier in 1876. The work belongs to the collection "Petite Bibliothèque-Charpentier, Collection de chefs-d’œuvre," as indicated on the title page. The visible cover shows a uniform patina and typical signs of aging for its era, with yellowed paper and some oxidation spots. The typographic print is clear, with a title in legible capital letters.

The photographed page mentions the presence of two drawings by M. J. Worms, etched by M. Champollion. The text "Paris, G. Charpentier, Éditeur, 13, Rue de Grenelle-Saint-Germain, 13" attests to the authenticity of the original edition. The book is open, revealing the title page and the inner spine, which shows a period binding, probably original, with no visible details on the outer cover.

The paper's texture, visible in the photo, reveals an old, slightly rippled structure, typical of 19th-century works. The general hue of the paper is dark ivory, with foxing and some small dark marks, signs of natural aging. No particular decoration or illustration is visible on the exposed page, apart from the editorial information and artistic credits.

The layout, sober and classic, reflects the editorial style of the second half of the 19th century. The printing characters used for the title and author's name are large, ensuring good readability. The lower part of the title page also includes the publication date, 1876, confirming the antiquity of the copy.

Condition

This book is used and sold as-is. The title page shows signs of wear, foxing, and visible handling marks. The paper is yellowed with age, with no apparent tears on the visible area.

Did you know? "Colomba" by Prosper Mérimée, first published in 1840, is an emblematic novel of 19th-century French literature, inspired by a Corsican news item. The Charpentier edition was renowned for its wide distribution and the quality of its prints, making these copies particularly sought after for their historical and literary value.

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