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Are you looking for decorative books for display? Create your own antique library or book nook with our 'large highly decorative' ornamental books, available in a range of colours with vibrant shades of blue, red and green. Great for décor, these decorative Victorian books with gold detailing bring instant opulence and historical depth to interior design projects. Rich cloth bindings adorned with gilt titles and ornate tooling, create shelves that feel curated, confident, and steeped in heritage. Supplied by the metre and selected for visual harmony, these volumes add light-catching detail and layered texture to libraries, studies, hospitality spaces, and period properties. The gold on the spines introduces warmth and subtle drama, elevating both classic and contemporary interiors. Favoured by designers for their presence and craftsmanship, Victorian gilt books transform shelving into a statement—luxurious, storied, and unmistakably timeless.
1 metre = approx. 30 books / 100cm 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.
Also available to buy 'by the foot'. For bespoke colours or volumes, any queries, please message us.
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.
UK delivery: £20 for 1 metre, slightly less per metre when buying multiple metres.
International delivery:Delivery fee is calculated at checkout after entering your address.
Europe £20 - £35 per metre
Everywhere else £100 per metre
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.
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I love ordering Jane Austen books here!!
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Rebecca
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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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Nicole
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I asked a question about this book and was answered quickly. Thank you
Lisa
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got a bunch of different ones, all were so great! seller super responsive and helpful
Melissa
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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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