Set of Leather Bound "The Catholic Encyclopedia c.1910-1914 Books the fireplace and mantel designs

the fireplace and mantel designs became simpler with surround molds of stone or brick

This is an original steel sample book stand

Johnstone in 1921

New York Times

Painted Wood

Set of Leather Bound "The Catholic Encyclopedia c.1910-1914 Books the fireplace and mantel designsABOUT An early 20th century collection of 6 leather bound "The Catholic Encyclopedia" with top edge gilt. Volumes #11, #12 (two #12s), #13, #14 and an Index sold as a set. CREATOR Robert Appleton Co. DATE OF MANUFACTURE Pub. 1910 1914. MATERIALS AND TECHNIQUES Leather, Paper. CONDITION Good. Wear consistent with age and use. Spines are not cracked. DIMENSIONS H 11 in. W 3 in. D 8 in. HISTORY Unknown.