Old book brown binding 19th Avignon The Spirit of Saint Teresa

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Description

This antique book features a dark brown, marbled-looking hard binding, characteristic of 19th-century works. The cover visible in the photo offers a deep brown hue, punctuated by signs of wear and halos, attesting to its age and use. No title or ornamentation appears on the visible face, which is typical of some ancient editions where gilding or titling is often found on the spine or inside.

The binding's surface shows a slightly grainy texture with areas of wear, especially in the upper left corner where the material appears to be missing or crumbling. Other signs of alteration are visible on the right edge and the lower corner, highlighting an authentic patina and the volume's handling history. The format observed in the image is rectangular, classic for an ancient book of piety or religious edification.

The dominant color is a warm brown, with darker shades on the edges, probably due to oxidation or repeated handling. No decoration or illustration is perceptible on the shown face, suggesting a sober edition, oriented towards function rather than ornamentation.

The absence of details on the spine or visible inscriptions does not allow us to indicate the publisher or the exact date, but the keywords specify "Avignon" and "1825," suggesting an edition published or printed in Avignon around this date. The title mentioned in the keywords, "L'Esprit de Sainte Thérèse" (The Spirit of Saint Thérèse), suggests a religious work dedicated to Thérèsian spirituality, common in the first half of the 19th century.

The binding seems to be of the period, with a full covering (probably leather or a leather-like material, though this cannot be definitively affirmed from the photo alone). The whole presents an authentic appearance, typical of ancient books of piety or meditation printed in France in the 19th century.

Condition

The item is used and sold as is. The cover shows pronounced signs of wear, missing material on the spine and corners, as well as an overall patina. No recent restoration is visible on the shown face.

Did you know? Religious books from the early 19th century, such as those published in Avignon, bear witness to a strong editorial tradition in Provence, particularly for the dissemination of Catholic spiritual works after the Revolution. The full brown binding was then commonly used for devotional works intended for frequent use.

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