Antique Georgian Illustrated Family Bible – Bartlett, Newman, and Bartlett 1817 For Sale

Antique Georgian Illustrated Family Bible by Bartlett, Newman, and Bartlett (1817) Up for sale is an authentic, original piece of late-Georgian history: a monumental copy of The Holy Bible, printed in Oxford by the renowned publishers Bartlett, Newman, and Bartlett and beautifully dated 1817 on the primary title page.This historic Regency-era volume features the highly regarded, comprehensive critical and practical commentary notes of the celebrated minister Rev. Matthew Henry, alongside edits by Rev. John Kershaw, A.M. Bound with exhaustive marginal references, prominent copperplate engravings, and rare historical maps, this massive, tactile volume makes a magnificent display piece for any antique book collector, social historian, or traditional library.Authentic Regency Leather Binding: Bound in deeply aged, genuine brown leather boards featuring classic blind-tooled borders parallel to the outer edges. The spine showcases traditional raised bands and decorative gilt tooling in the panels.This edition boasts beautiful, crisp full-page copperplate engravings bringing biblical history to life, including a highly stylized, iconic depiction of the Tower of Babel (designed like the Leaning Tower of Pisa), Adam in his State of Innocency, and Abraham putting away Hagar. It also features fascinating historical geography, including a map of The World as Peopled by the Descendants of Noah and a detailed layout of Jerusalem with the Adjacent Country.The interior marbled endpapers feature a wonderful, highly unique piece of personal history. A custom-printed red leather bookplate is cleanly affixed, reading "W. G. S. C. TODMAN / 1817". This expensive, personalized touch firmly ties the volume's original ownership to the exact year of its publication.Condition (Please Read Before offerding):This Bible has been cared for and passed down through generations. It shows heavy signs of external age with the front and back pages being detached.Generslly there are signs of standard rubbing, scuffing, and corner wear consistent with a book that is over 200 years old. There are loose pages.It carries a wonderful, authentic aged patina.Interior: The inner text block, maps, and engraved plates remain remarkably clean ane bright.An absolutely charming heirloom that perfectly captures the grand devotional and artistic aesthetic of the early 19th century. Perfect for immediate display as is, as a historic research, or as a restoration project.Shipping & Handling:Secure Shipping Available! I am highly experienced in packing delicate items and will securely bubble-wrap and double wrap this heavy volume flat to ensure no stress occurs to the spine or covers during transit. Local collection is also welcome due to the substantial weight of this book.