The Chimes Charles Dickens 1905 Dent Brock Illustrated Antique Book An original 1905 illustrated edition of The Chimes by Charles Dickens, published by J.M. Dent & Co., London, with colour illustrations by C.E. Brock. This edition forms part of Dent’s early illustrated Dickens series, known for its distinctive Art Nouveau decorative cloth bindings and high-quality illustrated content. The original green cloth binding features an ornate gilt and blind-stamped design with cherubs, foliage, and a central decorative title panel. The spine retains its decorative layout and titling, characteristic of Dent’s premium illustrated editions. This copy retains its original Edwardian ownership provenance, including a decorative bookplate for Geraldine Marston and a contemporary gift inscription dated November 4th 1905. An embossed bookseller’s stamp from Gibson & Co., Chester, adds further historical authenticity. Illustrated throughout with colour plates by C.E. Brock, one of the most respected illustrators of Dickens’ works. ConditionFair antique condition. Spine detached from the text block but present. General age-related wear, rubbing, and fraying to cloth binding, particularly at spine ends and corners. Internally complete with colour illustrations. Pages show age toning and foxing, especially to preliminaries. Structurally compromised but complete and highly decorative. No loose pages and no missing pages observed. DimensionsH: 18.4 cm x L: 12 cm x W: 2.4 cm EraEdwardian period, published 1905
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