Ben-Hur A Tale of Christ by Lew

In vintage condition with some paint and fabric loss and damage to the faux fur

Marked Japan with cork stoppers

collectible No 972

The blue wood frame and matting are newer

Antique First Edition Book, Ben-Hur A Tale of the Christ, by Lew Wallace; 1880 Cape_Cod_kitchen Ben-Hur A Tale of ChristAn antique book, Ben Hur A Tale of the Christ. The first edition book was published by Harper & Brothers, Franklin Square, NY; 1880. The hardcover book has 552 pages with 12 pages of advertisements. In very good antique condition, the brown cloth covers have beveled edges with edge and corner wear; spine has edge wear title still clear. Interior pages have foxing. A good first edition copy from the 19th century.