1875 Chromolithograph Binding Interweaving Design Renaissance Historical LOR1

This is a rare original 1875 color chromolithograph that depicts several extremely ornate covers and bindings that date back to the 16th and 17th centuries. A unique feature of this illustration, which may be difficult to see in the digital image, is the use of gold ink that not only shimmers when it catches the light but also accentuates some of the finer details which might otherwise be missed. Key Elements 1. Bible of Robert Estienne - 2. Edition of Paul Jove - 3. Procope - 4. Ordinary gloss on the Pentateuch - 5,6. Binding with the arms of King Henri II and the initials of Diane de Poitiers - 7. Bible - 8. Hours of the Virgin - 9. Spine with the arms of King Henri II - 10. Roman Missal - 11. Great Annals and Chronicles of England. CONDITIONThis 136+ year old Item is rated Near Mint / Very Fine. Light aging throughout. Light wrinkling. No natural defects. No surface rub. No tears. No water damage. Product Type: Original Chromolithograph; Color Grade: Near Mint / Very Fine D