







Mixed-colour, highly decorative Victorian-era books bring drama, craftsmanship, and unmistakable presence to interior design schemes. Rich jewel tones—emerald, ruby, sapphire, ochre—sit alongside ornate gilt tooling, embossed cloth, and detailed spine work, creating shelves that feel layered and theatrical. Curated by the foot for visual balance, these books transform libraries, studies, hotels, and statement shelving into focal points with historical depth. Their variation in colour and ornamentation adds rhythm and light-catching detail, while their age lends authenticity and gravitas. Favoured by interior designers seeking impact with heritage, decorative Victorian books deliver opulence, texture, and a collected elegance that elevates both classic and contemporary spaces.
1 foot = 10-12 books / 12 inches of books
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 below 25cm. 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.
United Kingdom £2.96 3 - 7 business days
USA £8.00 5 - 10 days
Europe £5.10 5 - 8 days
Rest of World £10.95 5 - 14 days
DELIVERY CHARGES WILL APPLY ON ALL INTERNATIONAL ORDERS
Please note: If you see a delivery charge of 0.00 when buying collections of books, this is because an accurate postage amount needs to be charged based on your location which varies greatly for each country with a product of this size. We will contact you via email for the delivery charge if you have paid for this item and have not paid any shipping. Unfortunately we cannot offer free delivery on book collections due to their size and weight.
In the unusual event that you are not entirely satisfied with your book you have 14 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.