Antique French Catholic Prayer Book – Heures de Lyon | Circa 1895–1910

A beautifully timeworn French Catholic prayer book, Heures de Lyon, dating to the turn of the 20th century. Published for the Diocese of Lyon, this petite devotional volume features a leather spine with gilt lettering, cloth-covered boards, and pages gently toned from more than a century of use.

Originally carried for daily prayer and Mass, this book includes prayers, the liturgy, feast days, and the liturgical calendar specific to the Diocese of Lyon. Its worn leather, softened edges, and rich patina speak to a lifetime of faithful use, making it as decorative as it is historically meaningful.

Whether displayed on a stack of antique books, styled on a bedside table, or incorporated into a French-inspired vignette, this charming volume brings warmth, history, and quiet character to any space.

Details

• Origin: Lyon, France
• Era: Circa 1895–1910
• Language: French
• Leather spine with gilt title
• Cloth-covered boards
• Original devotional prayer book for the Diocese of Lyon
• Beautiful age-related wear and patina consistent with its age and use

A lovely addition to any collection of antique French books, religious antiques, or European décor.

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