The Psalms of David. With illustrations by John Franklin, engraved by William James Linton.

AUCTION 70 | Thursday, September 22nd, 2016 at 1:00

Fine Judaica: Printed Books, Manuscripts, Autographed Letters, Graphic and Ceremonial Art

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Lot 153

(BIBLE)

The Psalms of David. With illustrations by John Franklin, engraved by William James Linton.

<<Printed entirely on vellum.>> Text in English with Latin chapter headers. Colored historiated initials. Each page within sumptuous borders incorporating Biblical illustrations. Original crushed morocco, gilt extra. Gilt dentelles surrounding illuminated vellum panels. pp. vii, 235, (1). Light wear. Upper cover detached, lightly rubbed. 4to.

London: Sampson, Low & Co. 1862

Est: $5,000 - $7,000

Beautiful edition printed on vellum by Edmund Evans (1826-1905). <<Apparently one of only ten copies printed on vellum.>>