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Along my travels searching for antique textiles, I often come across many wonderful items and I've been collecting for many many years! This is one of those items that I've happened upon over the years ~*~This book has been in my personal collection for some time now, it still fascinates me to NO end~ this is an antique, late 1800's salesman sample book from France , c1870.
It's an accordion style book so opens out and the samples are on EACH side ~ One side are the woven metallic trims , the gold is shiny and new !!!! The back are mostly woven ribbons in the most spectacular designs. This is one of my favorite books of all-time ~ quite the find!!~ There are about 12 double sided pages holding many samples ~ a RARE and unique glimpse into history. In fabulous antique condition ~*~ There are a couple of loose pages of orders in the book ~ There are approximately 80 ( give or take) of the metallic trim side and approximately 75 ribbon samples on the other side ~ This is a historical document of times gone by. A fabulous find ~*~ I wish SO much there were more than 10 photograph allowed ~ it's a treat of discovery!!
MEASUREMENTS: This lovely book measures approximately 14 inches by 10 inches
CONDITION: This book as signs of time and use to be expected! There are a few samples that have come unglued.
Inventory : Paper