1926 The Dancing Girl of Shamakha Hardcover, Count de Gobineau Asiatic Tales, Ornate Gold Gilt Decorative Book, Art Deco Era

1926 The Dancing Girl of Shamakha and Other Asiatic Tales by Count De Gobineaum Hardcover Book. Measures about 8.25" by 5.5". 339 pages. Good condition. Shows age and use. Has a stamp on an inside page and on the inside covers. Seems to want to separate from spine. One page is torn out but included.No dust cover.

Own a beautiful artifact from the Art Deco era with this 1926 hardcover edition of "The Dancing Girl of Shamakha and Other Asiatic Tales" by Count de Gobineau. This antique book features a stunning blue cloth cover with elaborate gold gilt lettering and a delicate central design, making it a striking decorative object. Its aesthetic captures the elegance and worldly curiosity of the 1920s.

Due to its age and history, this book shows significant wear and is best suited for decorative purposes, as a photography prop, or as a project for a book restorer. The binding is weakened and has started to separate from the spine, and one page is torn out but is included with the book. There are also stamps from a previous owner inside. This book's beauty now lies in its history and its wonderfully aged appearance, perfect for adding a touch of antique charm to a bookshelf or study.

This item is an antique, nearly 100 years old. While it is a beautiful decorative object, it is in fair condition for its age, showing significant wear including a weakened spine and a loose page. There may be other imperfections that I missed.