Ricordo Del Mese Mariano (1872)
This is a 19th-century religious devotional book titled 'Ricordo Del Mese Mariano' (Souvenir of the Month of Mary), likely dating to approximately 1872 based on user-provided context. The volume is bound in a brown cloth-covered hardback with intricate gold gilt stamping. The front cover features a highly ornate Baroque-style rectangular border of scrolled acanthus and floral motifs. Centered within an oval laurel wreath tied with a bow is the Italian title. The physical condition shows significant signs of age and handling, specifically along the spine where the cloth has split, revealing the underlying structural binding and loose threads. The corners of the cover are bumped and frayed through to the board. The gold gilding remains remarkably bright despite the surface wear on the fabric. The overall construction suggests a mass-produced but high-quality devotional item intended for personal use or as a memento of Marian festivities during the month of May. The craftsmanship reflects the decorative aesthetic of the late Victorian era in Italy, characterized by dense, symmetrical ornamentation and the use of gilded accents on liturgical texts.
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Estimated Value
$40-$70
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Category
Antique Books & Manuscripts
Appraised On
May 4, 2026
Estimated Value
$40-$70
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1872
Item Description
This is a 19th-century religious devotional book titled 'Ricordo Del Mese Mariano' (Souvenir of the Month of Mary), likely dating to approximately 1872 based on user-provided context. The volume is bound in a brown cloth-covered hardback with intricate gold gilt stamping. The front cover features a highly ornate Baroque-style rectangular border of scrolled acanthus and floral motifs. Centered within an oval laurel wreath tied with a bow is the Italian title. The physical condition shows significant signs of age and handling, specifically along the spine where the cloth has split, revealing the underlying structural binding and loose threads. The corners of the cover are bumped and frayed through to the board. The gold gilding remains remarkably bright despite the surface wear on the fabric. The overall construction suggests a mass-produced but high-quality devotional item intended for personal use or as a memento of Marian festivities during the month of May. The craftsmanship reflects the decorative aesthetic of the late Victorian era in Italy, characterized by dense, symmetrical ornamentation and the use of gilded accents on liturgical texts.
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