[Two 17th Century Bible Leaves]
$80.00
A pair of attractive woodcut pages from a 17th-century Italian Bible.
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Description
This pair of double-sided Bible leaves with Latin text and small woodcut illustrations was originally published in Venice in 1669 by Nicola Pezzano. One sheet includes the beginning of the First Epistle of John and features St. John the Evangelist on Patmos. The “O” initial shows a kingly figure on a throne, possibly representing God the Father. The second sheet is topped with a scene of the Prophet Hosea preaching to a crowd, with the initial “V” showing St. Vernonia holding the veil with the image of Christ’s face.
Map Details
Publication Date: 1669
Author: Nicola Pezzano
Sheet Width (in): 6.8
Sheet Height (in): 10.1
Condition: B+
Condition Description: Pair of double sided sheets with Latin text and small (about 5" x 3") woodcut illustrations. Slightly worn and damp stained, mostly in the margins (see scan). Good condition overall.
$80.00
1 in stock