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LOT 50

Lot 50

Ethiopian (Abyssinia) Coptic Vellum Bible, 18/19th century together with a 19th century Rococo Style bookstand

Ethiopian (Abyssinia) Coptic Vellum Bible, 18/19th century together with a 19th century Rococo Style bookstand
Lot 50 Details
Ethiopian (Abyssinia) Coptic Vellum Bible, 18/19th century together with a 19th century Rococo Style bookstand

with 102 hand-written pages, including 10 depicting painted religious scenes bound between two wooden covers, the binding with woven string, the wooden bookstand with lacquered, parcel gilt and carved rocaille decoration
book 8.75 x 8 x 2.75 in — 22.2 x 20.3 x 7 cm

Estimate $800-$1,000

Realised: $1,625
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Ethiopian (Abyssinia) Coptic Vellum Bible, 18/19th century together with a 19th century Rococo Style bookstand
  • Ethiopian (Abyssinia) Coptic Vellum Bible, 18/19th century together with a 19th century Rococo Style bookstand
  • Ethiopian (Abyssinia) Coptic Vellum Bible, 18/19th century together with a 19th century Rococo Style bookstand
  • Ethiopian (Abyssinia) Coptic Vellum Bible, 18/19th century together with a 19th century Rococo Style bookstand
  • Ethiopian (Abyssinia) Coptic Vellum Bible, 18/19th century together with a 19th century Rococo Style bookstand
  • Ethiopian (Abyssinia) Coptic Vellum Bible, 18/19th century together with a 19th century Rococo Style bookstand
  • Ethiopian (Abyssinia) Coptic Vellum Bible, 18/19th century together with a 19th century Rococo Style bookstand
  • Ethiopian (Abyssinia) Coptic Vellum Bible, 18/19th century together with a 19th century Rococo Style bookstand
  • Ethiopian (Abyssinia) Coptic Vellum Bible, 18/19th century together with a 19th century Rococo Style bookstand
  • Ethiopian (Abyssinia) Coptic Vellum Bible, 18/19th century together with a 19th century Rococo Style bookstand
  • Ethiopian (Abyssinia) Coptic Vellum Bible, 18/19th century together with a 19th century Rococo Style bookstand

CONDITION DETAILS

Some faded text, wear and discolouration to page ends and some minor holes.

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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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