Bidspirit auction | 1610 BIBLE COMMENTARY BY PETRUS
1610 BIBLE COMMENTARY BY PETRUS AUREOLI ANTIQUE BLIND STAMPED PIGSKIN W/ CLASPS - Aureoli, Petrus Notationes in universam sacram scripturam, quibus omnia fere loca difficilia quae tam in veteri quam in Novo Testamento reperiuntur dilucide breviterque explicantur. Paris, Buon ; 1610. With engraved title page and 1 full-length copperplate engraving. 4 lvs., 291 lvs, 1 blank leaf. Original blind-stamped pigskin over wooden boards with 2 intact clasps. Manuscript title to the spine. Size 4 1/2 by 6 3/4 inches One of two printings of the first edition from the same year (the other also in Paris by Fouet); both printings are extremely rare. - A concise overview of the contents of the entire Christian Bible with explanations of controversial views; from the pen of the scholastic theologian and philosopher Petrus Aureoli (c. 1280-1322). Minor wear, some toning - From the library of the Jesuit retreat house in Oettingen (inscribed in an old hand on the title page). - Text in Latin Please make all inquiries before bidding. All lots are sold ”as-is”, refer to our T&C. Helios Auctions will ship all lots domestically for $25.00 per lot. Combined and international shipping are available. The rates will be provided upon request.