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1892 the Ballad of Beau Brocade & Other Poems by Austin Dobson (Book)
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1892 the Ballad of Beau Brocade & Other Poems by Austin Dobson (Book)

19th century
Sold 25 November 2025 · Harrington Antiques
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'The Ballad Of Beau Brocade and Other Poems of the XVIIIth Century' by Austin Dobson with fifty illustrations by Hugh Thomson, published London 1892.

The boards are fully bound in a red cloth with intricate gilt stamped decoration to the front board and spine. There are some signs of shelf wear but generally the exterior remains in a very good condition. Slightly loose binding but all pages remain attached.

Bookplate to front pastedown. Some browning to the front endpaper. All other pages remain clean and bright.

Dimensions:-

Height: 19.5cm

Width: 13.5cm

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Physical Dimensions
Height
19.5cm (7.68")
Width
13.5cm (5.31")
Declaration

Harrington Antiques has dated this Antique Poetry Book to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1029122
Dealers Internal Reference
7522
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'The Ballad Of Beau Brocade and Other Poems of the XVIIIth Century' by Austin Dobson with fifty illustrations by Hugh Thomson, published London 1892.
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The boards are fully bound in a red cloth with intricate gilt stamped decoration to the front board and spine.
Harrington Antiques

There are some signs of shelf wear but generally the exterior remains in a very good condition. Slightly loose binding but all pages remain attached.

fig 1. A close-up photograph of a red antique poetry book from 1892 with intricate gold foil stamped floral patterns and lettering on the cover.
fig 1. 1892 the Ballad of Beau Brocade & Other Poems by Austin Dobson (Book)

Bookplate to front pastedown. Some browning to the front endpaper. All other pages remain clean and bright.

Dimensions:-

Height: 19.5cm

Width: 13.5cm

DELIVERY

UK Mainland: FREE

International Delivery: Please contact us for a shipping quote.

Height
19.5cm (7.68")
Width
13.5cm (5.31")
Date of Manufacture

Harrington Antiques has dated this Antique Poetry Book to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1029122
Dealers Internal Ref
7522
Harrington Antiques
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A close-up photograph of a red antique poetry book from 1892 with intricate gold foil stamped floral patterns and lettering on the cover.
1892 The Ballad Of Beau Brocade & Other Poems by Austin Dobson (Book)
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A close-up photograph of a red antique poetry book from 1892 with intricate gold foil stamped floral patterns and lettering on the cover.
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  • ObjectBooks
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialCloth, Paper, Gold Leaf
  • ColourRed
  • MotifsGilt stamped floral border, Embossed figures, Ornate typography
  • SizeH 19.5 cm (8 in) x W 13.5 cm (5 in)

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Victorian bookbinding is characterised by mass-produced publisher bindings using cloth, often heavily embossed with black and gilt stamped designs reflecting contemporary artistic movements.

Books from this era typically utilized machine-made paper, cloth over millboard for the covers, and gold leaf or metallic inks for the decorative stamped lettering and motifs.

Authentic editions feature period printing techniques such as wood engraving or early process blocks, publisher advertisements, and specific typography consistent with the stated publication year.

Antiquarian books can be displayed on shelves by colour, stacked on coffee tables to add height and texture, or showcased within glass-fronted cabinets to protect the bindings.

Keep books away from direct sunlight and high humidity to prevent fading and mould growth, and store them upright on sturdy shelving without overcrowding.
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