VINTAGE CATHOLIC FAMILY HOLY BIBLE (1950) : Old & Testament/Illustrated/Maps
Item History & Price
Nearly 70 years old, this beautiful editionof “The Holy Family” Edition of the Catholic Bible was printed in the UnitedStates by The Catholic Press in 1950 with the approbation of HIS EMINENCESAMUEL CARDINAL STRITCH ─ Archbishop of Chicago.
It is a magnificent and visually stunning edition in remarkablecondition given its age. While there is age-relateddamage to the outside cover and binding, the Bible itself appears to be virtuallyunused and remains in exceptional... condition. We found it in my dad’s old Army trunk where it has been sittinguntouched for many decades.
NOTE: Book cover restoration is a great option forthis incredible bible. Information isavailable on the internet.
Measuring 8” in width, 11.5” in length(thecover overlaps the edges of the pages) and3” in depth, this edition was edited by Reverend John P. O’Connell, is carefullyindexed and features incredible illustrations that are reproductions oforiginal paintings by renowned 19th century French artist JamesJoseph Jacques Tissot. Additionaldecorative touches used in this edition include illuminated pages done by theskilled calligrapher Curt Mundstock. Theexquisite script and rich ornamentation used by medieval monks is an addedembellishment. A series of pictorialmaps of the Old Testament and the New Testament have been especially designedfor use with the accompanying index to the life of Christ to indicate locationsin the various Gospels. Pictorial treatmentis also provided to illustrate the “Stations of the Cross.” All page edges are bright gilt and there is a fabricbookmark between the pages (see picture). Gold-embossed lettering is used on the front cover and on the spine.
Please take a minute to look at our other auctions. We always try to combine shipping. Other shipping options can be arranged if needed.If you have any questions or need more information, please let us know. Carefully check all sizes, measurements and relative auction details before you bid. All sales are final and no returns are allowed. Seller takes no responsibility for damage to or loss of item once it is shipped. Payment is due within 48 hours after close of auction. PayPal is the only payment method accepted.
It is a magnificent and visually stunning edition in remarkablecondition given its age. While there is age-relateddamage to the outside cover and binding, the Bible itself appears to be virtuallyunused and remains in exceptional... condition. We found it in my dad’s old Army trunk where it has been sittinguntouched for many decades.
NOTE: Book cover restoration is a great option forthis incredible bible. Information isavailable on the internet.
Measuring 8” in width, 11.5” in length(thecover overlaps the edges of the pages) and3” in depth, this edition was edited by Reverend John P. O’Connell, is carefullyindexed and features incredible illustrations that are reproductions oforiginal paintings by renowned 19th century French artist JamesJoseph Jacques Tissot. Additionaldecorative touches used in this edition include illuminated pages done by theskilled calligrapher Curt Mundstock. Theexquisite script and rich ornamentation used by medieval monks is an addedembellishment. A series of pictorialmaps of the Old Testament and the New Testament have been especially designedfor use with the accompanying index to the life of Christ to indicate locationsin the various Gospels. Pictorial treatmentis also provided to illustrate the “Stations of the Cross.” All page edges are bright gilt and there is a fabricbookmark between the pages (see picture). Gold-embossed lettering is used on the front cover and on the spine.
Please take a minute to look at our other auctions. We always try to combine shipping. Other shipping options can be arranged if needed.If you have any questions or need more information, please let us know. Carefully check all sizes, measurements and relative auction details before you bid. All sales are final and no returns are allowed. Seller takes no responsibility for damage to or loss of item once it is shipped. Payment is due within 48 hours after close of auction. PayPal is the only payment method accepted.
