Russia, middle of 19th Century. 8vo (232 x 183 mm). 93 leaves. Illuminated in red and black ink, with profuse polychrome and gilt illustrations of the title page and initials. Some leaves bear an impressed paper manufacturer`s stamp V. G. P. U. F. Sergiyevskoy in the corner. Contemporary blind stamp leather binding over wood panels, two clasps (both missing). Spine neatly restored. Colored top, fore, and lower edges.