Antique Oliver Twist 1888 Caxton Edition | Victorian Decorative Binding

A stunning piece of Victorian literary history for your bookshelf.

This is a rare 1888 "Caxton Edition" of Charles Dickens' classic, The Adventures of Oliver Twist, published by the notable firm Belford, Clarke & Co. in Chicago, New York, and San Francisco. This edition is particularly desirable for its beautiful brown cloth decorative binding, featuring intricate black embossed floral and scrollwork designs typical of the high-Victorian era.

Features of this Copy:
• Year: 1888 (Dated on the title page).
• Publisher: Belford, Clarke & Co.
• Illustrations: Contains the atmospheric engravings by James Mahoney, who was chosen to illustrate the Household Edition of Dickens' works in the 1870s.
• Unique History: The front flyleaf contains a beautiful handwritten ink inscription from Christmas 1888. This places the book exactly in time and adds a touch of whimsical Victorian charm.
Condition Report:
This book is in Good antiquarian condition. The decorative boards are well-preserved with sharp details and a gold-gilt titled spine. There is light shelf wear to the spine ends and corners. The interior pages have aged to a warm cream tone with minimal foxing. The binding remains sturdy and intact.