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Napoleon's Gallery, a Rare 19th Century Leather Bound Book Published in 1837.
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Napoleon's Gallery, a Rare 19th Century Leather Bound Book Published in 1837.

19th century
Sold 30 July 2025 · Robert Belcher Antiques
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This small green leather bound and gilt tooled book is a celebration of the life and times of Napoleon, Emperor of France.

It is wonderfully illustrated with numerous reproductions from famous pictures of Napoleon by eminent artists, which were produced over the previous forty-year period.

This book was published in London by Charles Tilt of 86 Fleet Street in 1837. It was printed in London by Manning and Smithson of Ivy Lane, Paternoster Row.

This rare book is in good condition, generally with some age related marks and discolouration to some pages.

Height 17cm x width 12cm x depth 12cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
17cm (6.69")
Width
12cm (4.72")
Depth
12cm (4.72")
Declaration

Robert Belcher Antiques has dated this Antique Leather Bound Book to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1147792
Dealers Notes

Robert Belcher Antiques was established in 1984 and is a high-quality retailer of interesting, rare antiques and decorative objects. After forty years of shop keeping and maintaining beautiful showrooms, which have been regularly open six days a week, Robert and Wendy have now taken a slightly different approach to their business. Having sold their retail premises, the antique business is now fully online. The picture framing service has ceased to operate because of moving online.

You can contact Robert and Wendy by email or telephone to discuss items from their extensive catalogue of attractive pieces and make purchases. Customers can rest assured that the long-established dealership is continuing to run in an exceedingly professional way, selling genuine and high-quality items which are guaranteed to please the most discerning collector, decorator or homeowner.

All items will be personally hand packaged to a high standard. Small items are extensively wrapped using the best materials and are often double boxed. Items are then shipped with DHL or Royal Mail fully insured and often with next day delivery. Larger items would be personally delivered or sent with a specialist antique delivery firm, or for outside the U.K, a professional shipping company.

Please enjoy viewing their collection of rare and interesting pieces and have the assurance that Robert and Wendy will do their utmost to make sure your experience is exceptional, as has been recognised by many customers who have bought with confidence regularly over the years.

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Email: robertbelcherantiques@gmail.com

Telephone: 01905 622468

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07720 607007

Website: https://www.robertbelcherantiques.co.uk

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Description
This small green leather bound and gilt tooled book is a celebration of the life and times of Napoleon, Emperor of France.
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It is wonderfully illustrated with numerous reproductions from famous pictures of Napoleon by eminent artists, which were produced over the previous forty-year period.
Robert Belcher Antiques
fig 1. An upright antique leather-bound book displaying a dark spine with raised bands and gold gilt lettering.
fig 1. Napoleon's Gallery, a Rare 19th Century Leather Bound Book Published in 1837.

This book was published in London by Charles Tilt of 86 Fleet Street in 1837. It was printed in London by Manning and Smithson of Ivy Lane, Paternoster Row.

This rare book is in good condition, generally with some age related marks and discolouration to some pages.

Height 17cm x width 12cm x depth 12cm

Height
17cm (6.69")
Width
12cm (4.72")
Depth
12cm (4.72")
Date of Manufacture

Robert Belcher Antiques has dated this Antique Leather Bound Book to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1147792
Robert Belcher Antiques
Robert Belcher Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2017

Robert belcher antiques was established in 1984 and is a high quality retailer of interesting, rare antiques and decorative items.

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An upright antique leather-bound book displaying a dark spine with raised bands and gold gilt lettering.
Napoleon's Gallery, a rare 19th century leather bound book published in 1837.
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  • ObjectBooks
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialLeather, Paper, Gold Leaf
  • ColourBlack
  • MotifsRaised bands, Gilt tooling, Red leather label
  • SizeH 17 cm (7 in) x W 12 cm (5 in) x D 12 cm (5 in)

Nineteenth-century books are characterised by durable leather bindings, often featuring raised bands and intricate gilt tooling on the spine, reflecting the craftsmanship of the industrial and Victorian publishing eras.

Publishers predominantly used calfskin, sheepskin, or morocco leather over rigid boards, frequently employing gold leaf stamping and hand-marbled page edges for protection and decoration.

Authenticity is determined by examining paper watermarks, typographic styles typical of the period, hand-sewn signatures within the binding, and natural ageing characteristics of the leather.

Interior designers typically incorporate antiquarian books on bookshelves, side tables, or mantels to add textural warmth, historical depth, and sophisticated colour variation to a space.

Preservation requires storing books away from direct sunlight and excessive humidity, maintaining stable room temperatures, and occasionally applying specialised leather conservation treatments to prevent desiccation.
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