Description

2 volumes bound in one. Early Issue. With 220 full-page engravings by Gustave Doré. Thick Folio, handsomely bound in a binding of three-quarter black morocco, the spine with raised bands ruled and stopped in gilt, red morocco label lettered in gilt in one compartment. [xvi], 1004, [ii], 186, 323 pp. A handsome and clean copy of this spectacular Bible. This book is prone to heavy foxing but this copy has none to speak of.

Edizione: very scarce and a beautifully preserved early printed copy of this fine edition of dore's great bible. one of the most magnificent of the doré illustrated books. a huge testament to doré’s talent and a most impressive set in size and scope. these books are not commonly found in such condition due to the stress caused by the bulk of the text but this is a very sturdy copy and remains in excellent condition.<br> gustave doré was one of the greatest illustrators of his day. his grand and magnificent style is a wonderful complement for the greatest of all books.