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[Qur’an]. The Qur’an of Muhammad.
See original version (French)
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[Qur’an]. The Qur’an of Muhammad.
See original version (French)
Estimate €120 - €180
Voluntary lot
Description
[Qur’an]. The Qur’an of Muhammad. Translated from the Arabic by André Du Ryer, Sieur de La Garde Malezair, together with the translation of the ‘Historical and Critical Observations on Mohammedanism’ prefacing the English version by Mr George Sale. Amsterdam and Leipzig, Arkstée & Merkus, 1775. 2 volumes in-12, contemporary marbled sheepskin, decorated ribbed spine. A few scattered foxing spots, three corners worn.
A new edition of André du Ryer’s famous translation, originally published in 1647. It is illustrated with one frontispiece depicting Muhammad surrounded by his followers and five folding plates: a large map of Arabia, three genealogical tables and a view of the Kaaba accompanied by a plan of the building.
From the library of Louis-Antoine Tenant de la Tour (1808–1882), featuring an engraved heraldic ex-libris vignette; he served as librarian to King Louis-Philippe at the Palace of Compiègne.
See original version (French)
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About the sale
Antique and modern books: catalogued sale
Auction location
Auction time
11/14/2026 at 10:30 AM
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