Church Psalmody 1852 Christian leather hymnal prayer songs book

(Old Books, 19th Century Books, Leather Books, Religion, Christianity, Hymnal, Songs of Worship).

Church Psalmody: A Collection of Psalms and Hymns Adapted to Public Worship.
Published 1852, Boston by T.R. Marvin.
598 pages. Text in English. Original owners name stamped in gilt to front cover.

Period full leather binding, smooth spine, gilt bands & title lettering, owner's name in gilt lettering on cover: Betsey E. Capen.

Book is physically old and shows some signs of handling and time. Book is not new or in "new" condition.

Binding gently age worn but still appealing, leather rubbed but still supple, joints slightly scuffed, remains overall attractive as an object.

Text block paper is gently toned, internally still well preserved, tight, sound.

Still attractive on the shelf. Book displays a pleasing and unique age patina and is in nice antiquarian condition, any age flaws easy to overlook or forgive. 

Please review photos for more detail and our best attempt to convey how this book survives.

Book Measures c. 7 3/4" H x 4 3/4" W.

[B4217].