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Antique "The Count of Monte Cristo" by Alexandre Dumas, Vintage Hardcover c.1900
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$95.00
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Appraised value $109.25
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Description: The Piece A captivating and rare hardcover edition of Alexandre Dumas’ timeless masterpiece, "The Count of Monte Cristo," from around the early 1900s. Featuring a beautifully embossed ...
Condition
Excellent Vintage
Dimensions
W: 5.5 × H: 9 × D: 9
Era
Decor
Availability
One of a Kind — 1 Available
Description:
The Piece
A captivating and rare hardcover edition of Alexandre Dumas’ timeless masterpiece, "The Count of Monte Cristo," from around the early 1900s. Featuring a beautifully embossed dark blue cloth binding with striking red and green Art Nouveau motifs, the cover art elegantly evokes the spirit and sophistication of turn-of-the-century literary design. The pages have naturally aged to a gentle patina, further enhancing the volume's antique charm and historical authenticity.
History & Provenance
"The Count of Monte Cristo," originally published by Dumas in serialized form between 1844-1846, remains one of literature’s most beloved adventure classics, celebrated for its profound exploration of revenge, justice, and redemption. This particular edition, produced approximately in the early 1900s, reflects the popular decorative bindings and aesthetic tastes of the late Victorian and Edwardian eras, appealing to collectors and literary enthusiasts alike.
Why It Belongs in Your Home
Perfectly suited to the shelves of serious collectors or admirers of literary history, this antique hardcover offers more than just a beloved story—it provides an authentic sensory connection to a bygone era. Whether displayed prominently as an elegant decorative accent in a study or library, or cherished within a personal collection, its historical and literary significance promises lasting appeal and admiration.
Product Details:
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Item | "The Count of Monte Cristo" Hardcover Book |
| Author | Alexandre Dumas |
| Era/Circa | Early 1900s (c.1900-1910) |
| Material | Hardcover, Embossed Cloth Binding |
| Origin | Likely American or British Publication |
| Condition | Good antique condition; minor wear, aged pages |
| Binding | Embossed Art Nouveau design, Blue Cloth |
| Significance | Classic literature collectible |
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