Bijbelsche Geschiedenis – Gustave Doré - 1887

Biblical History – Gustave Doré – 100 engravings – Luxury binding – 1887

Very handsome and impressive 19th-century illustrated work:

“Biblical History for the Catholic Dutch People”,
edited by J.G. Heeres, with as many as 100 plates by Gustave Doré.

This book belongs to the best-known and most beloved Bible illustrations from the 19th century. Doré’s engravings are renowned worldwide for their dramatic composition and exceptional detailing.

Details
• Title: Biblical History
• Author/Editor: J.G. Heeres
• Illustrations: Gustave Doré
• Number of plates: 100 engravings
• Publisher: Maatschappij tot Exploitatie van de Drukkerij Bogaerts
• Place: Vught
• Year: 1887 (MDCCCLXXXVII)
• Printing: Second revised edition
• Imprimatur: Haarlem, 28 July 1887

Condition
• Sturdy original red linen binding with decorative ornamentation
• Text block well bound, complete
• Normal signs of use and age visible

Beautiful and decorative antique edition, especially thanks to the splendid Doré plates.