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Vintage decorative brown books are a cornerstone of timeless interior styling. Rich chestnut, tobacco, and deep umber bindings—often finished with gilt titles, tooling, or marbled accents—bring warmth and authority to shelves. Curated by the foot for tonal balance, these books create a layered, collected look ideal for libraries, studies, hospitality spaces, and heritage-inspired interiors. Their aged cloth textures add depth without visual clutter, grounding both classic and contemporary schemes. Used on bookshelves, consoles, or as stacked accents on coffee tables, decorative brown books introduce gravitas and authenticity—an enduring styling choice favoured by interior designers for its richness, versatility, and quiet luxury.
1 foot = 10-12 books / 12 inches of books
½ foot = 5-6 books / 6 inches
Please note: Stock images show examples of style you will receive. Titles and authors are picked at random and will vary. Fiction and non-fiction, clothbound hardbacks ranging in height around 20cm. May have minor markings, endpaper inscriptions and wear to spine ends.
For bespoke colours or volumes, any queries, please message us or email us at help@countryhouselibrary.co.uk
Please note: Delivery may take a little longer depending on the quantity ordered. If you think the delivery charge is wrong - please email us for a bespoke rate.
FREE ON ALL ORDERS OVER £30
United Kingdom £2.75 3 - 5 days
Next day delivery Monday-Friday £6.95
FREE WORLDWIDE DELIVERY ON ALL ORDERS OVER £30
USA and Europe £3.75 14 - 21 days
Rest of World £4.75 14 - 28 days
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In the unusual event that you are not entirely satisfied with your book you have 30 days to request a full return/refund (incl. return shipping costs). After which time we unfortunately won't be able to offer you a refund or exchange. Refunds will be paid on receipt of the returned item.
There are certain situations where a partial refund may be more satisfactory/appropriate. In this case you will not need to return the item, but instead simply email a photograph of the product plus an explanation of your request. For additional information about refunds and returns, please see our full policy here.
Shipping costs are calculated by item weight as follows -
0-6 kg £3.50
7kg–18kg £20.00
19kg–36kg £36.00
37kg–54kg £45.00
55kg–72kg £60.00
73kg–90kg £75.00
91kg–108kg £90.00
109kg–126kg £105.00
0-6 kg £7.50
Anything above 6kg requires an international courier. Your shipping costs will be sent to you via email to arrange this.
We are unable to accept returns on this range of products.
There are certain situations where a partial refund may be more satisfactory/appropriate. In this case you will not need to return the item, but instead simply email a photograph of the product plus an explanation of your request. For additional information about refunds and returns, please see our full policy here.
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I love everything about this item. The vintage look and smell is so nice! I consider this as fast shipping considering it's from London to the Philippines. I love the packaging as well! Thank you!
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I asked a question about this book and was answered quickly. Thank you
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Was looking for this book for a long time, so happy to have found it. Arrived safe and sound.
Mighty
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LOVE IT!!! Better than I expected. Quality for the age outstanding. So glad I found it and got to purchase it. Thank you
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