A substantial and attractive 1954 Collins Clear-Type Press Holy Bible printed for The Waverley Book Company Ltd.

This edition contains the Old and New Testaments together with the Apocrypha in the Authorised (King James) Version and features an extensive section of 48 colour plates depicting famous Biblical artworks from museums and galleries across Europe.

Also includes:

• Bible in Art commentary section

• Concordance

• Family record pages

• Decorative title pages

• Plantin type setting

• Printed by Authority licence page dated 18 June 1954

Often referred to by collectors as a Gutenberg-style Collins Bible due to its decorative presentation and large quarto format.

Condition is used vintage condition with age-related wear. Binding shows rubbing and wear to edges and corners. Pages show age toning and occasional marks consistent with age. Please study photographs carefully as they form part of the description.

A handsome decorative display Bible and desirable collectable Collins edition.

3. Size

Large Quarto Format

Approximate size:

27.5cm x 20cm x 6cm

Approximate weight:

2.5kg - 2.7kg

4. Condition

Good vintage condition.

• Complete example

• Revelation present and complete

• Apocrypha present

• Concordance present

• Colour plates present

• Age-related wear to binding

• Edge and corner rubbing

• Light foxing and age toning

• Structurally sound

Please see photographs for full condition.