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The bindings display exceptionally attractive shelf presence, with intricate gilt work remaining bright and highly decorative. As expected for books approaching 170 years old, the leather and boards show age-related rubbing, edge and corner wear, scuffing, and some surface loss; the pages exhibit toning and occasional spotting. Please examine all photographs carefully for the exact condition. A handsome 1858–1859 complete two-volume illustrated set in decorative fine binding, particularly impressive as a display set as well as an important example of Victorian literature and bookbinding.
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