1908 Oxford Book of French Verse Fine Leather Poetry
1908 Oxford Book of French Verse Fine Leather Poetry
Couldn't load pickup availability
This 1908 Oxford Book of French Verse is a handsome early twentieth century anthology that brings together centuries of French poetry in one compact and beautifully bound volume. Edited by St. John Lucas and printed at the Clarendon Press, Oxford, it offers readers a sweep of French literary history from the medieval period through the nineteenth century, making it appealing both to lovers of poetry and to collectors drawn to scholarly Oxford editions.
What makes this copy especially appealing is its presentation. The book has been bound in an attractive fine leather and cloth binding with raised bands, gilt spine titling, marbled endpapers, and clean decorative lines on the boards. It has the look of a thoughtfully commissioned library binding rather than a standard reading copy. The text itself includes an English introduction followed by poems in French, giving the volume both literary substance and visual presence. This is an excellent piece for a decorative shelf, a Francophile’s collection, or anyone who appreciates well-bound early Oxford books.
A very attractive and well-kept copy in a later fine binding. The leather spine and corners remain tidy, with light wear consistent with age and shelving. Boards are secure, the spine gilt remains bright, and the marbled endpapers present nicely. The pages show mild age toning and scattered light foxing throughout, as expected for a volume of this age. An ownership inscription and bookplate appear to the front matter and are noted here for accuracy. Overall a sound, clean, and visually strong copy with good shelf presence.
Shipping & Returns
All antique and vintage items are shipped from our warehouse in Bluffdale, Utah. Each piece is carefully packed by hand using archival materials and custom crating when necessary.
Shipping costs are calculated at checkout based on the size and weight of the item. Local pickup is available at the AMD Warehouse.
All sales of antique and vintage items are final due to their unique, one-of-a-kind nature. Illuminé candles and The Collector's Guide may be returned within 14 days of delivery if unopened and in original condition.
If your piece arrives damaged, please photograph the damage immediately (including packaging), contact us within 48 hours at austynmariedesign@gmail.com, and do not discard any packaging.
Important Info About Antique & Vintage
Every antique and vintage item we carry has lived a life before arriving in your home. These are not factory-made products. They are objects with history, character, and the marks of time.
Age-appropriate wear, patina, minor imperfections, and signs of previous use or repair are inherent to antique and vintage items and are not considered defects. These characteristics are part of what makes each piece unique and are often what give it its beauty and value.
We describe the condition of each piece as accurately as possible in the listing. If you have specific questions about a piece before purchasing, please reach out. We are always happy to provide additional photos or details.
Colors may appear slightly different on screen due to monitor settings and photography lighting. We do our best to represent each item accurately.
