{"product_id":"johan-de-witt-letters-dutch-holland-1724-splendid-decorative-leather-binding","title":"Johan de Witt letters Dutch Holland 1724 splendid decorative leather binding","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e(Old Books, 19th Century Books, Leather Books, Decorative Book Bindings, European History, Netherlands).\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eBrieven Feschreven ende gewisselt tusschen de Heer Johan de Witt.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePublished 1724, The Hague by Hendrik Scheurleer.\u003cbr\u003e926 pages. Text in Dutch.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePeriod full leather binding, raised bands, gilt compartment decorations, elaborate gilt cover decorations, marbled end papers.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVolume 5 of a larger set. This volume complete unto itself, being a series of letters compiled.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eItem is physically old and shows some clear signs of handling and time. Item is not new or in \"new\" condition.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFront joint cracked, \u003cstrong\u003ecovers all but detached\u003c\/strong\u003e. Leather spine completely lacking (please see photos). Still remains overall attractive as an object, well worthy of a rebind due to the wonderful covers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSplendid period [likely Dutch] full leather covers, raised bands, gilt decorated compartments, covers with elaborate and beautifully gilt designs, marbled end papers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOdd volume, number five of a set, but the work is a compilation of letters so this volume contains all the letters he wrote from XX to ZZ, so contents complete unto themselves.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eInterior shows some moderate to heavy old damp staining and foxing. Covers retain a handsome shelf appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA collection of letters from Johan de Witt, the leader of the Netherlands from 1653-1672, the height of the Dutch Golden Era. Excellent source in a truly beautiful period ornate European leather binding.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs an aside it should be mentioned de Witt was lynched by a crowd mob and was then eaten by them!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlease review photos for more detail and our best attempt to convey how this antique item survives.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBook Measures c. 10 1\/4\" H x 8\" W.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e[B2158].\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Brian DiMambro- Antiquarian Books, Maps \u0026 Prints","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67913672786013,"sku":"xqg1793771088117","price":192.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/9350\/3325\/files\/johan-de-witt-letters-dutch-holland-1724-splendid-decorative-leather-binding_1.jpg?v=1793771095","url":"https:\/\/layeredlookboutique.shop\/products\/johan-de-witt-letters-dutch-holland-1724-splendid-decorative-leather-binding","provider":"My Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}