1889 Victorian Autograph Album Pressed Clover Lebanon IL St Louis For Sale

Antique late 19th century Victorian autograph book, extensively filled with handwritten signatures, personal inscriptions, poems, and dated entries. Includes decorative printed floral illustrations, pressed botanical elements, and period ink handwriting throughout. Several entries are dated 1888–1889, with locations noted including Lebanon, Illinois.

These books were commonly kept by young women to collect sentiments from friends and family, making each example a one-of-a-kind snapshot of everyday Victorian social life. This example shows genuine use across many pages, with varied handwriting styles and ink tones confirming period authenticity.

Estate sourced and unaltered.

Measurements:

Approx 4" x 7"

Large pocket album size

Condition:

Antique condition consistent with age and use. Covers show edge wear, surface loss, and softened corners. A few pages appear to have been cut out. Interior pages show age toning, foxing, and occasional edge wear. Binding remains intact, some loose pages. Handwritten entries remain largely legible. Pressed botanical elements are fragile and original. Please review all photos carefully as they are part of the description.

Collector Notes:

Victorian autograph books are collected for their handwritten content, decorative pages, and social history value. Examples with numerous completed pages, dated entries, and original floral or botanical elements are increasingly difficult to find. This piece appeals to collectors of Victorian paper, handwriting, genealogy, and ephemera-adjacent material.

Disclosures

Antique item sold as found. No attempt made to identify or authenticate individual signatures. Not a modern reproduction. Age-related wear and toning expected.