Vintage German Catholic Prayer and Hymnal – Eupen, Belgium – Leather Case – c. 1940

A special Catholic prayer and songbook, printed in Eupen – the German-speaking part of Belgium.

Published by Papierwerk Paul Kaiser, presumably in the 1930s–50s. Bound in a full leather case with a zipper, embossed with the Holy Trinity and subtle gold inlay.

The page edges have a warm rose-gold glow and the interior contains both liturgical texts and musical notation for hymns.

A personal church book – tangible heritage from a special region where German and Belgian history converge.

For us, a collector's item due to its origin and exceptional aesthetics.

Specifications

• Title: Gebet- und Gesangbuch

• Language: German

• Religion: Roman Catholic

• Publisher: Papierwerk Paul Kaiser

• Location: Eupen (Belgium)

• Period: approx. 1930–1950

• Binding: Full leather

• Case: Leather zippered case

• Finish: Embossed print, gold inlay, gold/rose edge

• Condition: Good vintage condition with patina