Bidspirit auction | 1886 A. J. Holman and

1886 A. J. Holman and Co. Parallel Edition Family Bible, Philadelphia - This antique folio-sized family Bible was published by A. J. Holman and Co. of Philadelphia in 1886. The volume features a deeply embossed black and tan leather binding with intricate gilt decorative elements. The title page indicates the inclusion of both the 1611 Authorized Edition and the 1881 Revised Version of the New Testament in parallel columns, as well as the Old Testament, Apocrypha, Psalms, and a complete concordance. The interior contains biographical and historical text sections accompanied by woodcut-style illustrations and vibrant chromolithographic plates. The binding features a deeply recessed central cartouche and ornate floral gilt-work. 12.5 x 10.5 x 4 inches The item shows significant age-related wear. There is scuffing, fraying, and partial detachment along the spine and edges of the leather covers. The internal pages exhibit expected toning and minor marginal wear.