Description
A beautifully coordinated collection of 15 vintage Reader's Digest Condensed Books featuring predominantly cream and ivory bindings accented with soft shades of blue, green, pink, lavender, taupe and gold gilt detailing.
The varied spine colors and decorative bindings create an especially attractive library display while maintaining a cohesive neutral palette. Ideal for styling a bookcase, console, mantel or traditional library, the collection works equally well standing together or arranged in smaller stacks throughout an interior.
A lovely vintage decorative book collection with the warm character and visual variation acquired through age.
CONDITION:
Vintage condition with age-appropriate wear throughout, including rubbing, discoloration, fading and wear to covers and edges. At least one volume has a loose binding. Other signs of age and use may be present. Please review photos for condition details.
DIMENSIONS:
Overall: 23.5"W * 5.5"D * 7.5"H
Individual volumes: approximately 5.5"D * 7.5"H, with thickness varying by volume.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Vintage condition with age-appropriate wear throughout, including rubbing, discoloration, fading and wear to covers and edges. At least one volume has a loose binding. Other signs of age and use may be present. Please review photos for condition details.
Origin:
United States
Materials & Techniques:
Paper
Details:
Country of Origin: United States
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
The varied spine colors and decorative bindings create an especially attractive library display while maintaining a cohesive neutral palette. Ideal for styling a bookcase, console, mantel or traditional library, the collection works equally well standing together or arranged in smaller stacks throughout an interior.
A lovely vintage decorative book collection with the warm character and visual variation acquired through age.
CONDITION:
Vintage condition with age-appropriate wear throughout, including rubbing, discoloration, fading and wear to covers and edges. At least one volume has a loose binding. Other signs of age and use may be present. Please review photos for condition details.
DIMENSIONS:
Overall: 23.5"W * 5.5"D * 7.5"H
Individual volumes: approximately 5.5"D * 7.5"H, with thickness varying by volume.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Vintage condition with age-appropriate wear throughout, including rubbing, discoloration, fading and wear to covers and edges. At least one volume has a loose binding. Other signs of age and use may be present. Please review photos for condition details.
Origin:
United States
Materials & Techniques:
Paper
Details:
Country of Origin: United States
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Condition
Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Vintage condition with age-appropriate wear throughout, including rubbing, discoloration, fading and wear to covers and edges. At least one volume has a loose binding. Other signs of age and use may be present. Please review photos for condition details.
Buyer's Premium
20%
Dimensions
7.5 x 23.5 x 5.5 in
1950s-1960s Reader's Digest Cream, Pastel & Gold Gilt Decorative Books - Set of 15
Estimate $140-$440
Starting Bid
$70
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