Antique late-19th-century advertising booklet titled “Cousin John’s Extravagant Wife,” associated with Wells, Richardson & Co. and Diamond Dyes.
Features colorful illustrated advertising covers, the story “Cousin John’s Extravagant Wife,” Diamond Dyes advertising, and period Kidney-Wort medicinal advertising.
This publication is generally dated to the 1880s, with institutional collections dating examples circa 1884–1885.
Shows age-related wear including toning, edge/corner wear, small tears and general handling wear. Binding remains intact as shown.
Please review all photos carefully for exact condition, completeness and contents. Sold as pictured.