Description: Estate antique music album book for the piano. The book was edited and published in 1868 by Jules Berr. The leather bound book is gilt decorated on the front cover and the spine. Inside is the real treasure. It is filled, not only with the music of the time, but every other page has an advertisement from a local Philadelphia merchant. Wonderful Victorian era graphics on each ad. Every business you can imagine, from sewing machines, tonic, furniture, clothing, baby carriages and so much more. It is a treasure trove of Philadelphia history. There are 162 numbered pages. It measures 13-1/4" tall by 10-3/4" wide and 1" thick. Estate antique condition. Cover and spine show wear. Spine is missing some of the leather covering, see images. The binding is holding tight inside. No missing pages. Pages have yellowed and have age related spots. Original owner wrote their name on the inside first page in pencil. Its the content that is priceless. Please take a look at the photos and use the zoom feature as they show details best. Most of the items we sell are estate finds, and are presented to you in, as is, as found condition. They are described to the best of our knowledge. Some wear is to be expected, unless described as flawless or mint. We can't know everything about every item we offer, so please take a good look at the photos and ask questions if need be. Returns: Our listings contain vintage, antiques and pieces being sold as collectors items. This means they often have manufacturer's defects, or age related wear. We will note obvious flaws and defects and show photos to give customers an accurate description. Free returns will be accepted only if we sent you the wrong item. Otherwise the buyer is to pay return shipping. Returned items must be packaged to insure a safe delivery. We will not issue a refund for items damaged or lost during transit. A refund on returns will only be processed on items received in the original condition that they were shipped. Thanks for looking! 072223gr3rdbn
Price: 45 USD
Location: Tecumseh, Michigan
End Time: 2025-01-04T00:36:57.000Z
Shipping Cost: 7.63 USD
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All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Brand: Jules Berr
Type of Advertising: Music Album Book
Era: Victorian Era Advertisments, Advertising
Color: Black and White
Date of Creation: 1868
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
