Antique 1850 Illustrated Oriental Bible with Maps - Ref x717

A beautiful and substantial antique copy of the oriental bible, published in london in 1850 and edited by rev. ingram cobbin, m.a.unlike a standard victorian bible, this edition contains extensive oriental notes, historical commentary, wood engravings, illustrations, and maps designed to explain the geography, customs, history, and daily life referenced throughout scripture.bound in its original black leather binding with gilt spine lettering, this fascinating nineteenth-century work combines the authorized version of the holy scriptures with detailed educational content, making it both a bible and a valuable historical reference work.the volume contains numerous engraved illustrations depicting biblical locations, customs, architecture, tools, clothing, monuments, and archaeological subjects, offering unique insight into how victorian readers understood the lands of the bible.an excellent addition for collectors of antique bibles, biblical studies, victorian books, christian history, theology, or decorative library collections.condition* published in 1850* original leather binding
* gilt spine title remains visible
* numerous wood engravings and illustrations throughout
* pages remain clean and highly readable
* light age-related foxing and toning present
* binding remains sound and intact
* general wear consistent with age
* please study photographs carefully as they form part of the descriptionmeasurements* height: 18.5cm
* width: 14cm
* depth: 5cma scarce and attractive victorian edition of the oriental bible, richly illustrated and packed with historical notes that bring the biblical world to life.