Bidspirit auction | 1788 BIBLE IN GERMAN ILLUSTRATED

1788 BIBLE IN GERMAN ILLUSTRATED ANTIQUE MASSIVE PIGSKIN BOUND FOILIO - Biblia, das ist: Die ganze Heilige Schrift des Alten und Neuen Testaments. ( The entire Holy Scripture of the Old and New Testaments) Nuremberg, Endter ; 1788. Large massive folio: 10 by 15.5 inches With 2 repeated engraved frontispieces, 11 (instead of 12) full-length portrait engravings and 6 full-length text engravings, as well as numerous text woodcuts. 47 (instead of 48) leaves, 1181 pages, 11 leaves Original blind-stamped pigskin over wooden boards. Lacks clasps, covers warped, soiled - Jahn p. 141. Oertel p. 103. Bibelslg. Wurtt. Landesbibl. E 1671 - Dilherrn Bible, with the re-engravings of the Elector portraits by J. C. Laussner used since the 1765 edition. Browned throughout, some stains, minor damages Text in German. A remarkable collectible, offering historical significance and aesthetic appeal. Ideal for the discerning collector or as a unique display piece. 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.