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1952réf. 65577Mainz: The Gutenberg Museum 1952. MINIATURE BOOKS. Het Onze Vader. The Lord's Prayer Mainz: The Gutenberg Museum 1952. 5 x 5 mm. 16 pp. Contains the Lord's Prayer in Dutch English French German Spanish and Swedish. Full black morocco. Ruled in gilt. Gilt cross on front cover. Housed in a lucite case with magnifying glass. About fine. "Described on publication as the smallest book in the world produced as a fund-raiser for the reconstruction of the Gutenberg Museum in Mainz" HBS 65577. $400. The Gutenberg Museum unknown
1840réf. 65959Paris: Firmin Didot 1840. MINIATURE BOOKS. Paris: Firmin Didot n.d.c.a. 1840. 24 x 20 mm. 1-87 1 blank pp. With engraved title-page and 6 full-page illustrations. Text in French. Blue silk spine over enamel tortoise-shell boards. Blue silk endpapers. All edges gilt. Very good. A charming miniature illustrated book with thirteen fables. HBS 65959. $300. Firmin Didot unknown
réf. 112941India probably Bundi circa 1780 AD. . Single leaf illuminated manuscript on paper in Sanskrit with illuminated miniature in the text lightly rubbed overall bright and attractive unexamined out of frame 205 x 115 mm; mounted and framed Germany gallery label to verso. An attractive manuscript leaf from a dispersed eighteenth-century manuscript of the Gita containing the heading for the seventh chapter of the text reading 'Gyan-Vigyan Yoga Namm Seventh Chapter'. The miniature set on a beautiful outdoor terrace next to a running stream shows a dialogue between Sri Krishna and Arjun. India, probably Bundi, circa 1780 AD. unknown
réf. 121365India Rajasthan mid-19th century. . Single folio ink & gouache on paper heightened in gold depicting Lord Hanuman bowing down before Lord Rama and Lakshmana under a willow tree in a green terrain with lotus-adorning rivers full page 307 x 220 mm miniature 222 x 132 mm; miniature framed within double rulings of green and blue borders some light surface abrasion to upper edge of painting causing slight chips to pigment with loss else attractive copy a few ink inscriptions to reverse early gallery stamp of 'The Curious House Rega' good overall condition. A very attractive painting depicting Lord Hanuman taking a deep bow before Lord Rama and Lakshmana visually representing the deep devotion and respect he has for his two protectors. The tranquil landscape forming the backdrop of this scene reflects the serenity of the moment with lotus flowers appearing in rivers on both sides of the figures and a very elegantly depicted willow tree framing them. Likely painted in Rajasthan in the mid-nineteenth century. India, Rajasthan, mid-19th century. unknown
réf. 125263Qajar Persia circa 1800. . Single illuminated miniature painting with decorated borders miniature 180 x 110mm total leaf 260 x 140mm; illustration depicting a seated teacher with three pupils in attendance sitting by a running stream under some poplar trees illustration heightened in gilt mounted to cats with gilt decorations to borders framed and glazed. A charming and beautifully drawn illustration in the style of Reza Abbasi 1565-1635 the leading Safavid miniaturist known for his distinctive ability to capture texture and movement in his drawings by combining ink lines with wash colours. This illustration is likely from the early Qajar period and demonstrated the lasting influence and legacy the great classical artists had over the future generations of artists and patrons alike. Qajar Persia, circa 1800. unknown
réf. 108953Qajar Persia and later late 19th century. . Single large board composite panel comprising two sections of nasta'liq calligraphy and an illuminated miniature total 330 x 200mm; opaque pigments on paper heightened with gilt bordered with calligraphic panels in nastaliq the Fatiha to the left attributed on reverse to Mir Imad and a couplet by Ahmad al-Husayni to the right laid on gold sprinkled ground bright and attractive condition. An unusual triptych composition formed of two early calligraphic panels to the right placed above one small illustration of a youth horizontally placed one nineteenth-century miniature painting of Layla visiting Majnun in the wilderness and then a printed reproduction of verses in nasta'liq to the left. Qajar Persia and later, late 19th century. unknown
réf. 117476Rajasthan circa 1820. . Single illuminated miniature on card ink and gouache on paper heightened in gold and silver depicting various figures wrestling performing actobatics and weightlifting reverse blank full leaf 255 x 180 mm miniature 148 x 102 mm; single text-block to upper edge of miniature with script in black devangari script against a yellow back-drop miniature framed within multiple rulings of navy and silver edges painted red some light singer-soiling one small worm-hole. Traditionally this raga song is depicted by a group of men performing skill and strength exercises. Here three male figures appear to be performing in an open space with their garments piled up in the foreground reinforcing the image of a public display. Rajasthan, circa 1820. unknown
réf. 117474Rajasthan India circa 1840. . Single illuminated miniature on card ink and gouache heightened in gold depicting the ruler standing proud with his sword and shield in the holster full leaf 298 x 215 mm miniature 235 x 150 mm; leaf double-ruled in black with borders painted red reverse blank a bright and attractive example. Maharana Sangram Singh also known as Maharana 'Sanga' 1482-1528 was an important ruler in sixteenth-century India. He was the ruler of Mewar from 1508 to 1528 and his territories included parts of present-day Rajasthan Gujarat and Madhya Pradesh. He is known for being a defiant leader turning Mewar into a formidable state in the eyes of the Indian subcontinent with the Fortress of Chittorgarh standing as a symbol of Rajput resilience and pride. Rajasthan, India, circa 1840. unknown
réf. 112940India Malwa circa 1630 AD. . Single leaf ink & gouache painting on paper image double-ruled and framed within red borders total leaf 200 x 175 mm; lightly faded with some chipping of paint with slight loss of pigmentation outer edges a little worn contemporary ink inscription to reverse in Sanskrit tipper-into card mount. Keshav Das d. 1601 was a renowned Indian court poet best known for the Rasikapriya which is considered a pioneering work of Hindu literature dealing with the classification of idealised types of male and female lovers nayakas and nayikas and their emotions and interactions. The work was compiled around the 1590s probably in Bundelkhand to the east of Malwa and the present painting is from a near-contemporary series of illustrations depicting scenes from the poems. Three leaves from the same series are housed in the Ashmolean Museum's collections these all dated c. 1630 also described as Malwa accession nos. EA2012.200 EA2012.202 EA2012.201. India, Malwa, circa 1630 AD. unknown
réf. 114054Post Mughal India probably late 19th century. . Single large illuminated miniature on paper ink and gouache on paper depicting the view of the Siege of Khandahar in modern-day Afghanistan total leaf 760 x 545 mm miniature 690 x 470 mm; miniature double-ruled in gilt framed decorated with spiraling florettes a few light surface smudges leaf a little cockled mounted to thick card. A very large and impressive view of the Siege of Khandahar the Mughal-Safavid war of 1649-1653 as presented in the Padshahnameh of Shah Jahan. The Padshahnameh is illustrated chronicle of the reign of Shah Jahan the fifth Mughal emperor commissioned during his reign as a propagandist celebration of his kingdom and dynasty. The text is a detailed chronological narrative of each day of the emperor's reign describing his daily activities court ceremonies as well as the significant events in Emperor Shah-Jahan's life such as the durbars lavish processions and glorious victories on the battlefield. Post Mughal India, probably late 19th century. unknown
réf. 112452Mughal India mid-19th century possibly with later additions. . Single leaf of album page with drawing 285 x 165 mm; framed within multiple rulings and a wider floral border delicate floral motif to borders heightened in gilt reverse with a few shelf and reference numbers to reverse some age-toning and chips to pigmentation of border decorations leaf a little creased in places. An attractive example of Mughal border designs decorating a skilfully drawn hunting scene showing the imminent capture of a lion in hunt. Mughal India, mid-19th century, possibly with later additions. unknown
réf. 112812India probably Rajasthan second half of the nineteenth-century. . Single illuminated miniature painting on card illustration in opaque pigments heightened in gold contemporary ink inscription in English to upper margin reading 'Jackdoujie' . light surface soiling 150 x 100 mm; house in modern card mount. Dimensions; 225 x 173mm 8¾ x 6¾ inches. India, probably Rajasthan, second half of the nineteenth-century. unknown
réf. 112808India probably Rajasthan second half of the nineteenth-century. . Single illuminated miniature painting on card illustration in opaque pigments heightened in gold contemporary ink inscription in English to upper margin reading 'boudaoutaar' . light surface soiling 150 x 100 mm; house in modern card mount. Dimensions; 225 x 173mm 8¾ x 6¾ inches. India, probably Rajasthan, second half of the nineteenth-century. unknown
réf. 112805India probably Rajasthan second half of the nineteenth-century. . Single illuminated miniature painting on card illustration in opaque pigments heightened in gold contemporary ink inscription in English to upper margin reading 'Rhayaoutuare' . light surface soiling 150 x 100 mm; house in modern card mount. Dimensions; 225 x 173mm 8¾ x 6¾ inches. India, probably Rajasthan, second half of the nineteenth-century. unknown
réf. 112806India probably Rajasthan second half of the nineteenth-century. . Single illuminated miniature painting on card illustration in opaque pigments heightened in gold contemporary ink inscription in English to upper margin reading 'Badzarinaut' . light surface soiling 155 x 100 mm; house in modern card mount. Dimensions; 225 x 173mm 8¾ x 6¾ inches. India, probably Rajasthan, second half of the nineteenth-century. unknown
réf. 76492Jules Didot for Janet Paris 1826. . Engraved title 156 pp. including 48 with engraved music 8 pp. calendar for 1827 5 engraved plates with protection leaf. In this fine example of miniature binding the refined French woman of the early nineteenth century could find a variety of songs to interpret on well-known melodies. Beautifully illustrated by five engraved plates this copy also contains fourteen song sheets with tunes composed by composers of the time such as Louis-Emmanuel Jadin and Antoine Romagnesi. Original printed binding with allegorical figures matching slipcase with beautiful decorative prints. Grand-Carteret Les Almanachs français 1899: "Vers 1820 . D'après un catalogue de librairie". Jules Didot for Janet, Paris, [1826]. unknown
1872réf. GT449London: William Clowes and Son 1872. revised and Enlarged Edition . Hardback. Fine. 48mo. Two finely bound miniature volumes encased in a matching full calf maroon slip-box. Matching full maroon polished calf with gilt titles and borders. The Hymns 347pp sold by Clowes and The Common Prayers sold by Dean & Son. PLEASE EMAIL FOR PHOTOS.90x60x40mm William Clowes and Son hardcover
1904réf. Pa146London: Henry Frowde 1904. Deluxe MINIATURE EDITION . Hardback. Fine. 128mo. 688pp. Frontis. plate. HALL MARKED SILVER PLAQUE ATTACHED TO THE FRONT COVER. Hall-Marked CBP Charles Penny Brown Birmingham 1908. Black leather with gilt titles to the spine. A scarce item especially in this condition. PLEASE EMAIL FOR PHOTOS Henry Frowde hardcover
1840réf. C45461Paris: Marcilly 1840. Early Edition. Hardcover Hardcover. Very Good. Early Edition. Miniature / Miniscule. 4 by 3 cms. pp 93. Engraved title page and 5 plates. Printed by Maulde Renou but with a Marcilly imprint. The 5 illustrations depict scenes from the life of Christ. The prayers are arranged for different ceremonies/ masses: morning prayers evening prayer and prayers during communion and vespers. A tiny book for the use of children - very popular and issued for many years mid 19th century in a variety of printings and bindings. Text in French. This copy is in a white ivory style binding typical of prayer books of the time with the word 'Messe' printed on the cover. Red leather unprinted spine possibly later. All egdes gilt. Small inkstain to corner of one page. Very good indeed. c. 1840 Marcilly, hardcover
1815réf. 255839Boston: Printed by Nathaniel Willis 1815. Fromntispiece 15 woodcut illustrations in text. 254 pp. 1 vols. Miniature 2 x 1-1/4 inches. Contemporary calf. Worn spine ends defective. Owner signature of Charlotte R. Chapin Springfield on verso of title. Fromntispiece 15 woodcut illustrations in text. 254 pp. 1 vols. Miniature 2 x 1-1/4 inches. Welch 860.3 "American variant of English version 2 no. 855; Adomeit A33; Shaw & Shoemaker 34916; not in Bondy but cf. pp. 37-38 other eds. Printed by Nathaniel Willis unknown
1967réf. 216905Worcester Mass.: Achille J. St. Onge 1967. First edition thus. One of 1500 Copies printed by Joh. Enschedé en Zonen. Tipped-in Thoreau commemorative stamp by Leonard Baskin as frontispiece. 42 12 pp. 1 vols. 1-7/8 x 2-5/8 inches. Bound in full brown morocco gilt all edges gilt. Minor wear else fine. First edition thus. One of 1500 Copies printed by Joh. Enschedé en Zonen. Tipped-in Thoreau commemorative stamp by Leonard Baskin as frontispiece. 42 12 pp. 1 vols. 1-7/8 x 2-5/8 inches. Borst A20.10 "selections from The Journal" Borst A20.10 "selections from The Journal" Achille J. St. Onge unknown
1976réf. 216907Worcester Mass.: Achille J. St. Onge 1976. One of 1000 printed from Bembo type on Magnani paper at Stampria Valdonega. 52 2 pp. 1 vols. 2-1/2 by 1-7/8; 65x48mm. Blue morocco t.e.g. Fine. One of 1000 printed from Bembo type on Magnani paper at Stampria Valdonega. 52 2 pp. 1 vols. 2-1/2 by 1-7/8; 65x48mm. Achille J. St. Onge unknown
1950réf. 255840N.p. 1950. Text of the Lord's Prayer in English French Spanish German etc. 1 vols. Miniature 3/16 x 3/16 inches. Black morocco binding. As new in lucite case and cloth lined folding white plastic box. Text of the Lord's Prayer in English French Spanish German etc. 1 vols. Miniature 3/16 x 3/16 inches. unknown
1933réf. 38581Worcester Mass: Commonwealth Press 1933. One of 150 copies. 1 vols. 4to. Drop box in three quarter crimson morocco and marbled boards housing five books: The Rose Garden of Omar Khayyam 3/16 x 1/8; The Rose Garden . 1-3/4 x 1-1/2; The Rose Garden . 5-7/8x 4-7/8; A Thimbleful of Books lacks glassine; Proof Sheet. The first four are bound in full red morocco; the Proof Sheet is in wrappers. Lacks magnifying glass . Minor rubbing to box; books are in fine condition. An additional set of proof sheets mounted on a black board is loosely inserted. One of 150 copies. 1 vols. 4to. At the time of its publication The Rose Garden was advertised as the smallest book in the world. Thompson's A Thimbleful of Books gives a brief account of miniature books with illustrations of various examples and the circumstances of this book's preparation. Bradbury pp. 51-53; Welch 5354 Commonwealth Press unknown
1822réf. 252747Lansingburgh New York: Wm. Disturnell 1822. Frontispiece. viii 9-255 pp. 1 vols. 1-7/8 x 1-1/4 inches. Contemporary morocco gilt spine. Very good. Frontispiece. viii 9-255 pp. 1 vols. 1-7/8 x 1-1/4 inches. Wm. Disturnell unknown
