(BIBLE

Estimate: $1,200–$1,800
Hammer price: $1,000

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printer

H. Petri 1534 and

Place

Basle

Publication

1546

Description

Hebrew and Latin). Mikdash Hashem. Hebraica Biblia. Two volumes: Volume I - Pentateuch and Former Prophets. Prepared by Sebastian Muenster. Hebrew and Latin text in parallel columns, with Latin notes at end of chapters. First word within woodcut frame, initial letter of each chapter historiated, divisional titles. * Volume II - Otzar Yesha, Latter Prophets and Writings. Second edition of the Muenster Bible

references

Vinograd, Basle 41 and 74; Darlow & Moule 5087 / 5090; Prijs, Basle 38 / 73

Vol. I: ff. (12), 365. 1. * Vol. II: pp. (2), 747-1601. Dampstained. Ex-library. 18th century calf, variously worn. Thick folios.

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