Petit Mois du Sacré-Cœur Prayer Book

A beautifully preserved Petit Mois du Sacré-Cœur (Little Month of the Sacred Heart) prayer book, printed in Turnhout, Belgium for the French devotional market. Bound in deep oxblood leather with gilt tooling and delicate corner embellishments, its pocket-sized form was designed to accompany one’s daily rituals of prayer and reflection.

Inside, the marbled paper lining and gilded page edges whisper of the fine craftsmanship typical of early devotional pressings, while its pages reveal intimate lithographic illustrations and French script honoring the Sacred Heart of Jesus. Each turn of the page carries a tangible sense of reverence and the quiet rhythm of a century past.

A charming relic of faith and artistry—perfect displayed upon a writing desk, within a vitrine, or layered among your most cherished heirlooms.

Materials

• Leather-bound with gilt edges
• Printed paper, marbled lining

Origin & Era

• Turnhout, Belgium for France
• Early 20th century (c. 1900–1920)

Condition

Excellent antique condition with light age toning to pages and gentle wear to binding consistent with age.

Dimensions

Approx. 3” H × 2” W