Facsimile edition of Matthäus Merian's 1630 copper-plated New Testament Bible (Die Kupferbibel / Biblia 1630). Issued in a limited, exclusive series by Coron Publishing between 1985 and 2005.
This work is distinguished by its magnificent large format full-grain cowhide binding, featuring authentic decorative metal borders, gold tooling and blind embossing and functional double metal clasps. Inside, it contains breathtaking, colorful art reproductions of the historical copper engravings.
Original Year: 1630, published in Strasbourg by Lazarus Zetzner's heirs. 1985: The earliest release of this full-leather facsimile series by Coron Verlag. 2002-2005: Later premium reissue runs printed under the Coron imprint (sometimes in collaboration with fine-art facsimile specialists Müller & Schindler).
This book has a flawless binding, no text or images are damaged. A couple of pages has water damage on the top of the page, see pictures. No tears or missing pages. The top has a gilded edge, the side and bottom are raw. Clasps are in immaculate and working condition.
- Publisher: Coron Publishing
- Language: German
- Pages: 269
- Material: Cowhide leather and rag paper
- Condition: Perfect vintage condition
- Era: 1985-2005
Measurements: 44,5 x 31 x 5,5cm / 17,51" x 12,2" x 2,16"
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