Antique set of 3 French Paroissien books

These French Paroissien / Prayer books all date back to the late 1800’s and are therefore antiques. All three are beautifully made with leather bound covers. Antique or vintage books are always so very decorative and collectable. This set measures as follows: w 8 x d 12 x h 3cm, w 9.5 x d 14.5 x h 3.5cm and w 12 x d 18 x h 2.8cm. The set of 3 weighs 1083 grms. What a unique set for the collectors. Postage from France included.

A paroissien (often misspelled or misheard as parossian) is a traditional French Catholic prayer book or missal used by laypeople to follow the Mass and daily devotions. The word literally translates from French as “parishioner”. Key Features of a Paroissien includes the Order of the Mass, daily prayers, Psalms, hymns, and instructions for sacraments like confession and communion. Languages: Usually printed in dual-column or alternating pages of Latin (the liturgical language) and French (for the laity).
Design: Antique editions from the 19th and early 20th centuries are famous for ornate craftsmanship, often featuring gilt-gilded edges and leather or celluloid bindings.