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58 - [GLAIRE (Abbé J.-B.)]. The New Testament, according to the V…
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Estimate €100 - €150
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[GLAIRE (Abbé J.-B.)]. The New Testament, according to the Vulgate, translated into French by Abbé J.-B. Glaire. Paris, Firmin Didot frères, fils & cie, n.d. [1865]. One quarto volume in full chocolate-coloured morocco, spine with highly decorated raised bands, covers in the ‘du Seuil’ style, all edges gilt, wide lace border on the moiré endpapers, half-moroquin slipcase, edged case (binding signed Auguste PETIT). Minor scuffing to the half-leather cover and slipcase; otherwise a very fine copy, free from any foxing. A deluxe edition adorned with a wealth of engravings based on works by the Old Masters and decorative borders on every page inspired by the Renaissance.
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About the sale Catalogue sale of antique and modern books, engravings and documents
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Auction time 09/29/2026 at 10:30 AM
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