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From a Hollywood Prop House library, two Victorian-era decorative hardcovers by famous authors.The first is 'Departmental Ditties,' by Rudyard Kipling. … Read more From a Hollywood Prop House library, two Victorian-era decorative hardcovers by famous authors.The first is 'Departmental Ditties,' by Rudyard Kipling. The 180-pg, pocket-sized, silvered & floral hardcover is undated, but published by Donahue Brothers(1899-1900). The second book is ''Evangeline, A Tale of Acadi'. The 132-pg. pocket-sized, silvered hardcover is undated, lacking a publisher name., but typical of small, decorative books published before the Turn of the Century. They measure approximately. 4" x 6"+ and both are in "shabby antique" condition. "Evangeline"'s cover & spine are worn along the edges, but text is clean, bright, unmarked, unfoxed. There is an ink stain on the back cover bottom. 'Departmental Ditties,' cover & spine are worn & foxed on the front cover, The text is clean, bright, unmarked, unfoxed. The "Studio Props" stamp is found on the last blank page. This pair of lovely books has traveled far and wide, looking for a new home with collectors of Victoriana late 19th Century books. Theppair will be sent together, carefully packed, with tracking. See less
- Dimensions
- 4ʺW × 1ʺD × 6.25ʺH
- Period
- Late 19th Century
- Country of Origin
- United States
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Paper
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Dark Green
- Condition Notes
- Text is very good, but covers show age and handling wear, along the edges. Text is very good, but covers show age and handling wear, along the edges. less
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