P. Angelicus - Alles Für Jesus - Katholisches Gebet-und Andachtsbuch - 1887

Exceptional 19th-century Catholic devotional book with ornate bone-inlaid cover – Augsburg, 1887

A rare and beautifully preserved Catholic prayer & devotion book titled “Alles für Jesus”, printed in Augsburg in 1887, carrying the official Imprimatur of Dr. Heim, Vicar of the Diocese of Augsburg.
This edition stands out not only for its spiritual and historical significance but also for its magnificent handcrafted cover, featuring:
• Intricately carved bone/ivory-style inlays
• Gothic revival decorative motifs
• Original metal clasp still present
• Rich velvet-like fabric underlay creating a striking contrast
• Excellent craftsmanship typical of 19th-century ecclesiastical objects

Inside, the typography, paper quality and layout are characteristic of late-19th-century Bavarian religious printing. The book was intended for private devotion across all ages and social classes, written by P. Angelicus of the Trappist Order.

The Imprimatur page dated 17 December 1887 further confirms its authenticity and its importance as an ecclesiastically approved devotional text.

Such pieces are sought after by collectors of:
• Antique Catholic books
• 19th-century devotional objects
• Trappist & monastic history
• Gothic revival design
• German religious print culture

Condition:
Very good for its age. Pages complete; normal age-related toning. Cover shows beautifully preserved inlays and functioning clasp.

A fine and rare devotional book combining spiritual, historical and artistic value — an elegant addition to any advanced collection of religious antiquities.