Capture the ornate, sentimental beauty of a late Victorian nursery with this 1891 volume by Mary D. Brine. The shimmering gold-toned cover and intricate black line illustrations create a visual impact that feels deeply historical and fragile.
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Measurements: 9.5 inches height, 8 inches width
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Decade: 1890s
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Style: Victorian Pictorial
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Material: Hardcover with cloth spine
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Condition: Fair to good antique condition; shows age, use, and loose front pages
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Features: Written by Mary D. Brine, 229 pages, published by Cassell Publishing Company, ornate gilt and black cover art
There is a distinct, rhythmic quality to the moral tales and poems within this substantial antique volume. Despite the honest wear of over a century and the delicate nature of the binding, this copy adds a real sense of history and character to a nursery display or a specialized collection.
This item is antique, over 130 years old. All measurements are close but approximate.