French decorative leather book binding c.1900 leather case Imitation of Christ

(Old Books, Early 20th Century Books, Leather Books, French Books, Religion, Christianity, Catholicism, Imitation of Christ).L'Imitation de Jesus-Christ.Published c. 1900-1920's, Quebec by Zech et Fils.432 pages. Text in French. Frontispiece protected by original tissue guard.Splendid early 20th century full leather pocket binding, gilt title lettering, all edges & turn ins gilt, gilt spine & cover decorations. Retains original protective box with functional metal clasp, gilt outlines and patterned paper covers, interior a silk lined box compartment.Book is physically old and shows some signs of handling and time. Binding beautifully preserved, clean, fresh, bright, - slightly age worn but still appealing, leather and joints slightly rubbed but still supple, remains overall very attractive as an object.Text block paper is gently age toned as typical, internally book remains mostly clean, tight and sound. A book which has been taken care of but may/ does not look like new.Still