Antique French cartonnage 19th Century decorative book rustic step ladders space saving antique Anglo Indian

space saving antique Anglo Indian

Measurements are 32cm H x 14cm W across the base

woven reed

It has a lovely texture and is a beautioful rustic and practical item

with a small metal cross

Antique French cartonnage 19th Century decorative book rustic step ladders space saving antique Anglo IndianAn Antique French cartonnage 19th Century decorative book. Cartonnage emerged in France in the 19th Century as a popular form of book binding using skilled craftsmen to create highly decorative book covers from thick card, covered in decorative paper or silk, gold tooling and vibrant colours. I have 4 examples of these types of books listed seperaely but postage can be combined on multiple purchases. Measurements are 19cm L x 11cm W. There is some