1861 - Missions Du Levant, D’Asie et Chine

By Maxine de Montrond Published 1861 L.Lefort, Publisher/ Lille, France In the 19th century, France witnessed a remarkable era of artistic and luxurious bookbinding known as cartonnage. Cartonnage bindings emerged as a popular form of decorative coverings for books, showcasing the exquisite craftsmanship and artistic sensibilities of the time. These bindings were typically made from stiffened pasteboard or cardboard, covered in decorative paper or silk fabrics adorned with intricate designs, gold tooling, and vibrant colors. French cartonnage bindings of the 19th century often incorporated various techniques such as embossing, gilding, and marbling to create visually striking covers that captivated the eyes of book lovers and collectors alike. Hardcover. Lovely cartonnage binding. Gilt and white design to both boards and spine. Illustrated nature pastedown to front board. Frontispiece/engraving. Binding tight. Clean pages.Some light foxing. Condition: Very Good  Size: 3 1/2” x 6” A very beautiful 19th-century French romantique book!