A c.1901 Huntley & Palmer row of bound books biscuit tin,…
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A c.1901 Huntley & Palmer row of bound books biscuit tin, lithographically printed and embossed as if with decorative period bindings including the titles 'History of England', 'Pilgrims Progress', etc., tin belt form strap binds the exterior, marbleized type end papers, the hinged top lid with small tag handle. Printed details to base. 16.3 x 12.5 x 16 cm

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  • Embossed / Repousse - Embossing, also known as repousse, is the technique of decorating metal with raised designs, by pressing or beating out the design from the reverse side of the object.It is the opposite of chasing, where the decoration is applied from the front. An embossed or repoussed object may have chasing applied to finish off the design.

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