Antique Early 19th Century Latin Classical Library Book Collection, Set of 7 | Full Leather & Marbled Bindings | 1821β1823
Antique Early 19th Century Latin Classical Library Book Collection, Set of 7 | Full Leather & Marbled Bindings | 1821β1823
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A beautifully bound early 19th century collection of classical Latin volumes, richly appointed in warm tan leather with hand-marbled boards and gilt-tooled spines. This scholarly seven-volume set dates from 1821β1823 and includes works printed in London by A. J. Valpy, admired for his finely produced classical editions during the Regency era.
These books make a striking decorative statement styled into a traditional library, study, or layered collected interior. The richly marbled bindings paired with the aged leather patina give the set an unmistakably grand European look β equally beautiful displayed on shelves, stacked on a desk, or incorporated into a vignette.
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Included titles visible within the collection:
β’ Claudii Claudiani Opera Omnia
Published in London by A. J. Valpy, A.M.
Volumen Quartum
1821
β’ D. Magni Ausonii Burdigalensis Opera Omnia
Published in London by A. J. Valpy, A.M.
Volumen Primum
1823
Additional coordinating classical Latin volumes are included within the seven-book collection.
Dimensions (entire collection grouped together):
β’ Each book measures approximately 8 3/4β tall x 5 1/2β deep
β’ Total width of all seven books together: approximately 7 1/4β wide
Condition:
Beautiful antique condition with expected age-related wear including rubbing to leather, light edge wear, foxing, and gentle age toning throughout. A wonderfully decorative and scholarly set with exceptional shelf presence. Please review photos carefully as they are part of the description.
β¨ A timeless addition to any collected home, library, or English-inspired interior.
