CONDITION Very good antique condition. The binding is tight and secure, the cloth cover is clean and intact, and the iconic illustrated front cover remains vibrant and well-preserved. Interior pages show gentle age-related toning consistent with a nearly 100-year-old book, but no loose pages, major stains, or damage were observed.
SIZE Standard hardcover format, 8.5" x 6"
PROVENANCE Published in 1927 by The John C. Winston Company, Philadelphia.
MAKER The John C. Winston Company — a distinguished early 20th century American publisher known for their beautifully produced illustrated editions.
MATERIAL Cloth-bound hardcover with printed illustrated cover; printed paper interior pages.
WHY WE LOVE THIS This 1927 edition of Black Beauty captures everything we adore about early illustrated children’s literature — rich storytelling, romantic artwork, and craftsmanship meant to endure. The cover illustration alone feels like a framed piece of equestrian art, and the book itself reads as both a literary classic and a decorative heirloom. It’s perfect styled on a shelf in a study, library, or horse lover’s home, or gifted to someone who treasures timeless stories and beautiful objects.
