Old Vintage Daily Missal, Vesperal Ritual, dark retro binding

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Description

This antique religious missal, titled "Missel Quotidien Vesperal et Rituel" (Daily Vespers and Ritual Missal), is distinguished by its dark-looking binding, likely faux leather, and its spine adorned with a visible golden inscription. The book features a textured finish on the spine, with raised horizontal lines, typical of mid-20th century liturgical productions. Three bookmark ribbons of different colors extend from the bottom edge, a characteristic detail of traditional missals.

The visible cover has a dark brown hue, while the adjacent book, of which only the outer cover is partially visible, adopts a lighter brown tone with a canvas texture. The ensemble evokes a retro style, perfectly suited for antique-inspired decor or for display on a home altar or a shelf dedicated to religious objects.

The missal presented here has a compact and elongated shape, suitable for easy handling. The spine remains well-structured and the gilding of the title is still legible, attesting to the care taken in its manufacture, as well as frequent but respectful use. The bottom edge reveals slightly yellowed pages, typical of the age of this type of liturgical work.

The pastel-colored ribbons (purple, green, beige) are still present and visible, adding an extra touch of authenticity to this vintage religious object. No illustration, engraving, or publisher's mention is visible on the displayed side, which is common for this type of missal where most of the information is usually found inside.

The general style of this missal, as well as the typography of the inscription, suggests an edition prior to the 1970s, although the absence of additional information prevents precise dating. The ensemble is perfectly suited for retro decorative use or for a thematic collection of antique religious artifacts.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. The binding shows some visible signs of wear (especially on the second book to the right), as well as a uniform patina on the spine. The ribbons are present and in good apparent condition. Please examine the photo carefully for more details on the overall condition.

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