FINE IRISH BINDING - All The Works Of The Divine And Great B...

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FINE IRISH BINDING - All The Works Of The Divine And Great Basil, Archbishop Of Caesarea In Cappadocia. Printer's mark for the Froben Press with a caduceus-like staff entwined with two serpents, held by two hands emerging from clouds. Printed: Basilae, MDLI (Basel, 1551). Publication was granted a privilege (copyright) by the Imperial Majesty for five years. Inscription on ffep "This binding, c.1835 is by W. S. Stephenson, Sligo. (Note his device of man's bust on spine)". Fine half calf and marble boards with label "Basili", Stephenson's device and label "1551". Quarto.

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26th Nov 25 at 10am GMT

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