c. 1875–1882 • Illustrated Holy Bible • Leather Bound • Brass Clasps • Large Antique Display Piece
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Offered here is a genuine antique Victorian family Bible, a large illustrated Holy Bible dating to approximately 1875–1882. This substantial leather bound 19th-century Bible retains its original brass clasps and was published by Howard & Co., London, edited by Rev. John Eadie, DD, LL.D.
A highly decorative and impressive example, it combines the features buyers actively search for: age, scale, illustrations, complete content, original brass hardware, and strong visual presence.
This is a genuine Victorian antique family Bible from the late 19th century, produced at a time when such books were not only religious texts but major household possessions intended to remain in a family for generations.
With its dark leather binding, embossed cover, original brass clasps, large proportions, and illustrated interior, it offers the kind of authenticity and decorative impact that makes antique Bibles especially desirable to collectors, decorators, and buyers looking for a true 19th-century statement piece.
Many antique Bibles are simply old. Far fewer still have the combination of size, hardware, interior richness, and decorative presence that make them stand out once closely examined.
This example has that appeal. Closed, it presents beautifully with its leather binding and brass details. Opened, it reveals illustrations, maps, reference sections, and the kind of Victorian interior presentation that gives it real presence on display.
Buyers searching for an antique Victorian Bible are usually not looking for just any old copy.
They are looking for one with the right combination of age, completeness, original clasps, illustrations, leather binding, and visual authority. That is exactly why this example stands above many ordinary antique Bibles offered for sale.
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Antique condition consistent with age and use. The original leather binding shows expected wear from time. Brass clasps are present. Interior remains structurally solid with complete content. Please study all photos carefully, as they form an important part of the description and show the exact Bible you will receive.
A genuine late 19th-century Victorian family Bible with the kind of scale, hardware, illustration content, and decorative impact that buyers hope to find.
An impressive original antique book for collection, display, or interior decoration.