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1663 Luneberg German Bible Illustrated Catechism 56 Woodcut Scenes FINE BINDING

"Lüneburgisch-Geistreiches" is a rare 17th-century German devotional. Collected and edited in Luneburg by Antonius Udalricus, this book contains biblical commentary, prayers, descriptions on the life of Jesus, letters of evangelism, the Catechism, and much more. And while other 17th-century German devotionals exist, few are as desirable as this example. This particular work contains more than 1000 pages and is filled with full-page engravings of Bible scenes! An impressive tome with brass corners.

Item number: #24268
Price: $795

UDALRICUS, Antonius

Lüneburgisch-Geistreiches von neuem wolverbessertes Hand-Buch Für Reisende zu Land und Wasser Mit und ohne Kupfferstücken

Lüneburg: Sterne, 1663.

Details:
· Collation:
o [2], 1199 (i.e., 1201), [1]
o 56 copper engravings
· Language: German
· Binding: Leather; tight and secure
· Size: ~5.25in X 3in X 3.75in (13cm x 7.5cm x… Read More

1574 Life Charles V Spain Alfonso Ulloa Ottoman TURKS Italian Venice Crusades

Alfonso de Ulloa was a 16th-century Spanish historian best-known for his service to Charles V, King of Spain. Having moved to Venice to study, Ulloa worked in the embassy of Charles V where he gained knowledge on the Holy Roman Emperor. In 1560, he published the first biography of Charles V, a work which staunchly defended the emperor against Turkish invaders and the spread of the Protestant Reformation.
This work is exceedingly rare – there are no known copies in any institution in the western hemisphere! (USTC)
Item number: #12766
Price: $950
ULLOA, Alfonso de
Vita dell'inuittissimo e sacratissimo imperator Carlo V
In Venetia : appresso gli heredi di Vincenzo Valgrisi, 1574.

Details:
· Collation: Complete
o 341 (i.e. 344), [8]
o Lacking portion of leaf A3 censored
· References: USTC 861586;
· Language: Italian
· Binding: Vellum; tight & secure
· Size: ~8.5in X 6.75in (21.5cm… Read More

1760 Juan & Ulloa Scientific Voyages to South America GOLD MINING Incan PERU 2v

Antonio de Ulloa and Jorge Juan, two prominent Spanish naval officers, embarked on journey to South America, where they eventually settled exploring from Ecuador to Peru. During this time of exploration, they discovered the metallic element platinum. This journey led them to becoming two of the most important European scientists of the early 18th-century.
They published an account of their expedition, a work that was met with immediate popularity – translated from the original Spanish into English and other European languages. 'A Voyage to South-America' is one of the best Spanish accounts of gold and silver mining in the 18th-century. It is also filled with observations and discoveries on anthropology, geology, plants, and animals.
According to Sabin,
"Juan and Ulloa's Travels [is] the most entertaining and satisfactory work of its kind!"
Per Hill,
"The end result was a fund of important scientific observations in… Read More

1807 EARLY Laws of America 1780 CONSTITUTION Boston Massachusetts USA 4v SET
A rare early 19th-century edition of the laws and legislation in Massachusetts from 1780.
This work is a collection of laws and acts passed by the Massachusetts legislation on a variety of topics, many pertaining to the establishment of new towns and developing offices. Other laws covered deal with dueling, child abduction and murder, suppressing vagabonds, gaming and gambling, tobacco regulations, wolf hunting, and much more!
Item number: #17309
Price: $750
United States, State of Massachusetts
The laws of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts
Boston: Printed and sold by Manning & Loring, 1807.

Details:
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Collation: complete with all pages; 4 volumes
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Vol. 1 – viii, 520, [68]
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Vol. 2 – [521]-1073, [69]
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Vol. 3 – [4], 403, [69]
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Vol. 4 – [4], 529, [1], xxii
§ Boston: Wells and Lilly, 1816.
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Language: English
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Binding: Leather; secure
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Size: ~9.75in X 6.25in (24.5cm x… Read More

1814 EARLY American German Songbook Hymns Bible Psalms Philadelphia Penn Dutch

A rare, early 19th-century American songbook published in German, in Philadelphia. This book contains Psalms, hymns, songs, liturgical phrases, scripture, and square-note lines music.

Item number: #13426
Price: $399
Das neue und verbesserte Gesangbuch : worinnen die Psalmen Davids samt einer Sammlung alter und neuer geistreicher Lieder, sowohl für privat und Hausandachten, als auch für den öffentlichen Gottesdienst enthalten sind : nebst einem Anhang des Heydelbergischen Catechismus, wie auch erbaulicher Gebäter
Philadelphia : Gedruckt bey G. und D. Billmeyer, 1814.
Details:
· Collation: Complete; 3 parts in 1
o [4], 148; [8], 585, [9]; 26
· Language: German
· Binding: Leather; tight & secure
o Functioning clasps
· Size: ~6.75in X 4.25in (17cm x 10.5cm)
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1691 Japanese Handwritten Noh Play Theater Mask Demons Warrior Japan Shimogakari

An interesting Edo woodblock-print of 'Noh Chant Collections' from the early 17th century. Noh chants were adopted from Buddhist prayers and went with the musical background of Noh plays, which to this day is one of the most important performing arts in Japan. Noh plays borrowed from other arts with masks, music, and even structure. A normal Noh piece has five plays, god, warrior, woman, living person, and demon, which are all grouped into three dramatic units.
This rare four volume collection from 1691 is written in a column handwritten format with furigana usage for easier reading!

Item number: #15680
Price: $750
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Shimogakari Noh Chant Collections shimogakarishuuitaiseiutai下掛拾遺大成謡（したかけしゅういたいせいうたい）
[Edo: Genroku 3 1691].

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Collation: Complete with all pages; 4 volumes
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Language: Japanese
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Binding: Softcover; tight & secure
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1776 Mysterious Key to Heaven German Devotional Prayer Book Himmelschlüssel RARE
"Geheimnisvoller Himmelschlüssel" is a rare, 18th-century German religious text by an unknown author. This book, known as the 'Mysterious Key to Heaven', is a spiritual prayer book and devotional written to provide the reader direction of the 'open door to the entrance of heaven' (per title). This impressive book contains numerous full-page illustrations depicting scenes of prayer, angels and saints, and the life of Jesus.
Item number: #18188
Price: $599
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Geheimnußvoller Himmelschlüssel, Mit welchem Alle fromme Seelen den Eingang des Himmels zu eröffnen sich befleißigen sollen Oder Geistliches Gebethbuch,
Einsiedlen: Durch Franz Xaver Kälin. 1776.

Details:

· Collation: Complete with all pages
o
[88], 660, [10]
o
7 engraved plates
· Language: German
· Binding: Leather; secure
· Size: ~7.25in X 4.5in (18.5cm x 11.5cm)
· Very rare
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1701 Netherlands 1ed History Pais-Bas HUGE MAPS Illustrated Coins Ships Holland

An impressive and notably valuable history of the Netherlands! "Histoire des Provinces-Unies des Pais-Bas" was published in 1701 by an unknown author and is utterly filled with hundreds of engraved figures! The coins depicted in the full-page engravings illustrate battle scenes, famous military and political leaders, cities and forts, city views, ships, and so much more! While the contents of this history can be found in other similar histories of Holland, few, if any, have such exquisite engravings – not to mention the foldout maps! Each of these maps are often known to be extracted from this book and sold separately – it is a prime example of this work to find it with all of the expected engravings and maps! A true folio treasure!

Item number: #24279
Price: $995

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Histoire abregée des Provinces-Unies des Païs-Bas où l'on voit leurs progrés, leurs conquêtes, leur gouvernement et celui de leurs… Read More

1666 Buddha Origin Japanese Buddhism Manuscript Shakamuni Hassou Monogatari 5v

Buddhism originated in Northern India, or present-day Nepal where the historical Buddha (Prince Siddhartha, Gautama Buddha), was born and lived. When Buddhism arrived in Japan, Siddhartha became known in Japan as Shaka or Shakamuni. Stories of Shakamuni's life were commonoly told through selecting eight events to represent his life. This 'Story of the Eight Phases of Sakyamuni,' was aimed at the general populace, using these "eight phases" as a device to teach the important points of Shakamuni's life. This edition includes:
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Goutosotsu
降兜率, descending from Tusita Heaven
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Takutai
託胎 (also nittai 入胎), entering his mother's womb
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Shusshou
出生 (also shuttai 出胎 ), birth
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Shukke
出家, renouncing the world to become a mendicant
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Gouma
降魔, subjugating demons
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Joudou
成道, enlightenment
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Tenbourin
転法輪, "turning the wheel of the law"… Read More

1695 Life of Louis XIII the Just FRANCE Cardinal Richelieu Louis XIV French
Louis XIII, also known as Louis the Just, was a 17th-century King of France. While not considered as prolific as his son Louis XIV, Louis XIII, alongside his advisor Cardinal Richelieu, was best-known for his disbanding of private duels as well as the razing of numerous Huguenot strongholds.
An anonymous history of Louis XIII was published at the end of the 17th-century, a work which describes the political climate of France during Louis XIII's reign, as well as military exploits, along with commentary on major life events of the French royal family.
Item number: #20559
Price: $550
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Histoire de Louis le Juste, XIII. du nom, roy de France et de Navarre
Paris: Guillaume Cavelier, 1695.
Details:
· Collation: Complete with all pages
o [2], 360, [8]
· Provenance: Handwritten – Pierre Rossignol
· Language: French
· Binding: Leather; tight and secure
· Size: ~6.75in X 4in (17cm x 10cm)… Read More

1824 1ed GAMBLING Fatal Effects William Weare Thurtell Murder Trial Law Macabre

"They cut his throat from ear to ear,
His head they battered in.
His name was Mr William Weare,
He lived in Lyons Inn."

This fascinating, illustrated work describes the notorious trial of the gruesome murder of Mr. William Weare. On October 24, 1823, following a gambling dispute, John Thurtell and his two accomplices Joseph Hunt and William Probert apprehended and brutally murdered Weare. The culprits would later be discovered and arrested, consequently both the murder and subsequent trial famously exposed the criminal underworld of London to a curious and ignorant public audience causing enormous public interest and media coverage. The latter portion of this work entitled, 'The Gambler's Scourge' offers intriguing commentary regarding the dangerous practices and consequences of gambling.

Item number: #21333
Price: $499

Unknown Author; CLOWES, William (Printer)

The Fatal Effects of Gambling. Exemplified in the Murder… Read More

c1800 RARE Arabic Handwritten Manuscript ILLUMINATED Middle East Journal Islam

A rare handwritten Arabic manuscript written in a journal-style leather binding. This book contains both black and red inks throughout, highlighting the bold calligraphy. Please note: We do not read Arabic and we are not entirely certain regarding the contents of this item, but the style is most certainly in accord with 18th-19th century binding, paper, and handwriting. Note the decorative Moroccan leather binding.

Item number: #24961
Price: $950

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[handwritten manuscript]

Late 18th century to 19th-century

Details:
· Collation:
o Unpaginated
· Language: Arabic
· Binding: Leather; tight and secure
o Journal style Moroccan leather
· Size: ~5.25in X 3.5in (13.5cm x 8.5cm)

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1738 CHAPBOOK Jean de Paris French Charles VIII France SPAIN Troyes CHIVALRY
'Jean de Paris' is a rare, 15th-century fictional romance written by an unknown author. This work tells the story of Jean, the son of the king of France and his eventual ascension to the throne through descriptions of political diplomacy with Spain and England, identity concealment, and royal marriage. While the date that this book was first written is unknown, it is likely that it was written during the reign of Charles VIII of France.
This 1738 French edition was published in Troyes by Garnier and features a fine, woodcut engraving on the title page.
Item number: #24785
Price: $499
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Histoire de Jean de Paris, roi de France
A Troyes: Chez la Veuve Garnier, [1738].
Details:
· Collation: Complete with all pages
o 46, [2]
· Language: French
· Binding: Unbound
· Size: ~6.5in X 4.25in (16.5cm x 11cm)
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1773 1ed History of Winchester England Cathedral Mary's College Illustrated 2v

A rare, 18th-century history of Winchester, England. Written by an unknown hand, this book contains descriptions of the earliest days of Winchester, outlines of the government, commerce and trade, and notable accounts of cathedrals, Mary's College, and architectural ruins. This 1773 two-volume first edition contains 13 impressive full-page and folding engravings.

Item number: #20108
Price: $550
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The history and antiquities of Winchester : setting forth its original constitution, government, manufactories, trade, commerce and navigation
Winton : printed and sold, by J. Wilkes. Sold also by S. Crowder, 1773. First edition.
Details:
· Collation: Complete with all pages; 2 volumes
o Vol. I – x, [2], 237, [1]
8 engraved plates
o Vol. II – [4], 299, [1]
5 engraved plates
· Provenance:
o Handwritten – Wm. Andrews
o Armorial Bookplate – Schol: Rugbirns: Biblioth:
o Bookplate – E… Read More

1750 Japanese Family Crests Banners MAP Tokugawa Genealogy Heraldry Illustrated

A rare, 18th century Japanese woodblock print of "Family Crests" with a collection of loose leaves filled with illustrations of scenery and housewares. "Family Crests" is a guide to family crests and banners of important families and government officials from the 18th century with a map inside the front cover including the Tokugawa crests among many others. These rare, records are written in a column woodblock print format with furigana for easier reading.

Item number: #16219
Price: $499
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Family Crests
[Japan: 1750]

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Collation: 1 volume + loose leaves
o Illustrated throughout
· Language: Japanese
· Binding: Softcover; tight & secure
· Size: ~4.25in X 6.25in (11cm x 15.5cm)
o Leaves: ~9in X 6.25in (22.5cm x 16cm)
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1887 Samurai Daimyo Toyotomi Hideyoshi Handwritten Manuscript Japanese Taikouki

A rare, 19th century Japanese woodblock print of "Shinsho Taikouki". Taikouki is a biography describing the life of Toyotomi Hideyoshi, a Japanese samurai and daimyo (lord) considered the second "Great Unifier" of Japan following Nobunaga and preceding the Tokugawa Shogunate. Hideyoshi left a lasting legacy including Osaka Castle, the Tokugawa class systems, the restriction of weapons, and the construction and restoration of many temples some of which are still visible in Kyoto. 'Shinsho Taikouki' depicts Toyotomi Hideyoshi's youth in particular.

This rare, handwritten biography is written in a column handwritten format with furigana for easier reading!

Item number: #15943
Price: $950
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Biography of Toyotomi Hideyoshi (Shinsho Taikouki) 真書太閤記（しんしょたいこうき）
[Japan: Nobumitsu Kurihara [1887]]

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· References: Iwanami,… Read More

1746 Japanese History Mythology gods Samurai Dragons Demons Illustrated 7v SET

A rare, 18th-century Japanese woodblock print of 'Nendaiki Esho." "Nendaiki Esho" is a historical chronology of Japan from which most of the setsuyoshu were based. It blends legend and history presenting the first emperors and the mythical beginnings of gods and the earth as historical facts. This "Nendaiki Esho" was the primary means by which the commoners learned about the gods of Japan rather than the Nihon Shoki or the Kojiki and was an important part of curriculum in Japanese school until 1945.
This rare 1746 historical narrative contains events such as the separation of the heavens and the earth, the hero Hasubi on his way to Korea, the divine winds that hindered Mongolian fleets from invading Japan, the last Volcanic eruption of Mt. Fuji, and many more tales focusing on bravery and the military skill of warriors. This 1746 edition includes illustrations of temples, castles, samurai, heroes, monks, lords, battles,… Read More

1868 Japanese Ishikawa Goemon Ninja Samurai Color Illustrated Robin Hood Japan

A rare, 19th-century Japanese woodblock print of "Ishikawa Goemon Ichidaiki, " or "The Life of Ishikawa Goemon,". It tells the folk story of Ishikawa Goemon, a legendary ninja thief who lived during the late 16th century in Japan. Goemon is said to have been a Robin Hood-like figure, stealing from the wealthy and giving to the poor. The book is historical fiction, notable for its colorful descriptions of Goemon's exploits and has been adapted into numerous stage plays, films, and other media. Goemon's famous death scene of being boiled alive after attempting to assassinate Hideyoshi the feudal lord for the death of his wife contains conflicting accounts, with some saying he held his son aloft while he boiled alive and his son was forgiven of his father's crimes, and others saying that he plunged his son into the bottom to kill him quickly and then held him aloft to force them to face their atrocity.

This rare undated… Read More

1844 Queen Victoria 1ed Progress of ENGLAND France Belgium Britain Illustrated

A fine 19th-century work on the life and early reign of Victoria, Queen of Great Britain. Published in 1844, this work highlights the progress of Victoria's monarchy describing the growth in England as well as England's influence in France and Belgium. While other historical treatises on the life of Victoria are readily available, few are as desirable as this example. This book contains 100 impressive engravings illustrating the events of the first seven years of Victoria's throne.

Item number: #23483
Price: $499

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The progresses of her Majesty Queen Victoria and His Royal Highness Prince Albert, in France, Belgium, and England

London: published by William Frederick Wakeman, 1844. First edition.

Details:
· Collation:
o [8], 118, [2]
o 100 engravings, including frontispiece
· Provenance: Handwritten – Matheson James Smith, 1853
· Language: English
· Binding: Leather; tight and… Read More

1696 Japanese Woodblock Chinese History Tsuzoku kanso gundan Qing Han War CHINA
A 17th century Sino-Japanese woodblock print history of the Chu-Han Contention between the Qing and Han Dynasty bound in the fukurotoji style. The Tsuzoku kanso gundan is the tale of the conflict between the chu and han after the Qing Dynasty before Liu Bang united China in 202 BC as the emperor of the Han Dynasty. It was translated into Japanese and in turn helped shape Japanese literature away from the stylized Chinese verse of scholarly attention and began considering the more mundane, as literature as well. This was done by entertaining and educating the natives of Japan about the world, specifically China, who were banned from leaving the mainland during that time period. Pastreich writes,
"Such Chinese historical novels may have appealed to Japanese readers because they covered the details of Chinese history in a lively and accessible manner, going beyond the digested and sanitized description of history to the… Read More