The English Bible : containing the Old Testament & the New, vol. 3
Book
1903-1905 (printed), 1977 (binding)
1903-1905 (printed), 1977 (binding)
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1 of 5 volumes, bound in various Oasis moroccos, mainly in grey, blue and beige, with the design worked in maril and feathered onlays. With Mi-Tientes Canson endpapers, leather joints, purple pigskin suede flyleaves, and edges in gold leaf. The title pieces are set in 14 point Centaur type, blocked in gold leaf and onlaid on the spines. Binding is signed by Philip Smith.
Library's copy gilded by Eric Ham and held in special felt-lined book cases designed by Desmond Ryan, made from Indian laurel and sycamore.
Library's copy gilded by Eric Ham and held in special felt-lined book cases designed by Desmond Ryan, made from Indian laurel and sycamore.
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| Title | The English Bible : containing the Old Testament & the New, vol. 3 (published title) |
| Brief description | Book, 'The English Bible : containing the Old Testament & the New', vol 3, with designer binding by Philip Smith, bound by Doves Bindery, Hammersmith, 1977 |
| Physical description | 1 of 5 volumes, bound in various Oasis moroccos, mainly in grey, blue and beige, with the design worked in maril and feathered onlays. With Mi-Tientes Canson endpapers, leather joints, purple pigskin suede flyleaves, and edges in gold leaf. The title pieces are set in 14 point Centaur type, blocked in gold leaf and onlaid on the spines. Binding is signed by Philip Smith. Library's copy gilded by Eric Ham and held in special felt-lined book cases designed by Desmond Ryan, made from Indian laurel and sycamore. |
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| Library number | 38041800702581 |
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| Record created | January 11, 2019 |
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