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LOT 1300
Sold for (Inc. bp): £130
MEDIEVAL BOOK OF EXODUS BIBLE PAGE
15TH CENTURY A.D.
13 x 9 5/8 in. (7 grams, 33 x 24.5 cm).
15TH CENTURY A.D.
13 x 9 5/8 in. (7 grams, 33 x 24.5 cm).
A single leaf from an early (possibly 1492 A.D.) printed paper bible, book of Exodus (29:1) concerning consecration of priests; the text set in two columns of blackletter type with numerous rubrications (embellishments in red), foliation and other marks; square versals; printed by Johann Gruninger, Strasbourg with commentary by Nicholas de Lyra. [No Reserve]
PROVENANCE:
Acquired 1990s.
M. Cummings collection, Lincolnshire, UK.
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TimeLine Auctions follows a rigorous vetting process to ensure the authenticity and legality of all items, reinforcing our commitment to integrity and responsible trading. Each antiquity, antique, and coin lot undergoes thorough examination by a vetting committee of at least ten external specialists, professional trade association members, scientists, and archaeologists: Our Vetting Process
AUCTIONS:
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