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The self-interpreting bible, containing the old and new testaments. To which are added an extensive introduction, marginal references and illustrations, a summary of several books, explanatory notes and reflections by the Rev. John Brown…
Summary
An attractive and complete Protestant family Bible with unmarked family pages. Professionally rebacked with engravings, maps, and a double fore-edge painting.
Description
The text covers the complete Old and New Testament as well as the Apocrypha. Presented in double column Roman font around a double-printed border. A double fore-edge painting by the world-renowned artist Martin Frost with Michelangelo’s Adam and God, and the Last Supper. The family record pages are unmarked.
“One of the best kept secrets amongst serious antique book collectors has been the Book Art of Fore-Edge Painting. Under the gilded edge of a book lies a handpainted watercolor that only appears when the book is fanned. Once released, it then magically disappears back into the gold.” – Martin Frost
Pagination
(lx),1168pp. Complete.
Binding
Professionally rebacked, retaining original spine. New silk endpapers. Covers with gilt and blind rolls and rules. All edges gilt. Slight leather scuffing.
Condition
A few pages with foxing. Text is crisp and clean. An attractive Bible with a lovely double fore-edge painting.