Lot 97
  • 97

The New Testament

Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 USD
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Description

  • The New Testament of Jesus Christ, Faithfully Translated in English. Antwerp: James Seidenslach, 1621.
  • ink,paper,leather
12mo 5 x 2 3/4 ins.; 130 x 70 mm).  Double column; headlines shaved, old ownership signature to title. Fine ornate contemporary binding of black morocco, covers with gilt floral rule, corners with thistles, repeated devices of oak leaves, acorns and roses around a central ruled and pointe-work panel; joints rubbed, upper joint starting. Glass and morocco case. Sold s a binding not subject to return.

Provenance

John Roland Abbey (bookplate)

Literature

Darlow & Moule 294; STC 2923
 

Catalogue Note

The first pocket edition of the Roman Catholic New Testament.