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Bible in Coptic and Latin
Estimate
600 - 800 USD
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Description
- Novum Testementum Ægyptium vulgo Copticum, Ex MSS. Bodleianis descripsit, Cum Vaticanus et Parisiensibus Contulit, et in Latinum sermonem convertit. Oxford: E Theatro sheldoniano, 1716
- ink,leather,paper
4to (9 5/8 x 7 1/2 in.; 244 x 190mm). Engraved title-page vignette of the Sheldonian Theatre, text in parallel columns of Coptic and Latin; occasional light foxing, mostly confined to preliminary and last few leaves. Modern quarter russet morocco, spine gilt-lettered, buckram sides; library markings at foot of spine, minor wear at edges.
Provenance
Writers Library, London (book label)
Literature
Darlow & Moule 3088
Condition
Condition as described in catalogue entry.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
Catalogue Note
Another copy of the first edition of the New Testament in Coptic.