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Bible. Apocalypse. Slavonic.
Estimate
3,000 - 4,000 GBP
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Description
- Kniga Apocalipsis. [Russia/Ukraine, after 1843]
folio (328 x 213mm.), 405 leaves, manuscript in Church Slavonic on paper [watermarked "1843 G"], headings in red, decorative headpieces and initials, 73 full-page illustrations in pen and ink with coloured washes, contemporary blind-stamped calf over thick wooden boards, 2 clasps, a few annotations, most leaves expertly repaired at lower corner, rebacked retaining original spine, lower corner of front cover chipped
Provenance
Missionary library of Belogorsk Monastery, bookplate and library stamp; Perm Diocese mission, library stamps
Condition
Condition is described in the main body of the cataloguing, where appropriate
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."