Ivory covered prayer book

Lovely prayer book in green lather case dated 1861 this item has antique ivory back and front. Prayer is not only something that is good for you to be doing for yourself, it is also something powerful that you can enlist others to do for you. Probably a childs first communion book, it has a celluloid cover with christ holding a communion chalice. This pocket size prayer book dates to 1774 where it was published by c. Judging from pictures of similar prayer books, the spine used to be covered with celluloid as well, and the foreedge was gilt.

Vintage italian ivory covers prayer book 1960 1961 ebay. Ivory covered prayer book dated 1861 turpin antiques. Start by determining if the piece is bone or ivory rather than a synthetic or other replica material. This ivorybound bible is a little gem from 1865, carved with a sacred. An eighteenthcentury english hornbook with the alphabet in upper recto and lowercases verso inscribed on ivory. Antique french latin religious missal prayer book missel bible w ivory bakelite cover w chalice gilded pages lithograph w sacred heart jesus. Collectibles including ladies gloves, french ivory covered. A handwritten inscription in ink on the inside frontcover reads. Book of common prayer book of common prayer bauman. These five ivory panels comprise the front of one of the largest and most splendid of carolingian book covers to have survived. For the best chance of winning, increase your maximum bid.

Baptism favors ivory color 12pc prayer books covered in. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. May 12, 2020 ivory is made from the tusks and teeth of elephants, whales and several other animals. Front cover of the lorsch gospels v and a collections. While performing his priestly duties in the temple, the angel of the lord appeared to him and told him that his. Large metal cover jewish vintage prayerbook stones antique. Form of prayers and blessings of israel with an english translation published by the hebrew publishing company 838587 canal street, new york 1909 entered according to act of congress in the year 1881, by j. This is the perfect piece to protect your liturgy of the hours book, christian prayer book or some bibles.

On th may, anniversary of the apparition of our lady of fatima, free gifts with orders over 79 our lady of fatima statue. Antique jewish prayer book in collectible judaic books for sale ebay. Antique spanish prayer book with ivory or ivorine front and back plates. Antique german prayer book bible ivory cross cover 1883. While bone and ivory can be similar in appearance, weight, and feel, ivory tends to be of higher value and more regulated than bone.

Used, old ivory cover prayer book with silver cros. Ida mary batten, with best wishes from her godmother. Ivory is made from the tusks and teeth of elephants, whales and several other animals. Queen of martyrs pray for us 48 page booklet in black leatherette holder with the novena prayers stamped on the cover. An african prayer book by desmond tutu, paperback barnes. Exquisite 1800s ivory bound hardcover prayer book bible carved crucifix cross w gilded pages in original leather case. You need to be registered and approved to bid at this auction. There is a split in the woodgrain on the back that has been mended with clear tape, long ago. The other book is 3x5 and has dried flower from jerusalem. There is a worn ihs design inscribed on the frontcover and painted in gold, and a blue cotton pagemarker. We sell both scarce and decorative antiquarian books and first editions on all subjects. The joyous voices in pink prayer book lift hearts as they ask for gods healing and neverending love.

Friendship by high black decorative cover vintage book 1903 americana. Beautiful gift for the christian home, wedding gift, and special religious occasion. Wooden covered books from the holy land collectors weekly. Book of common prayer rare books and first editions at. First let me mention i am not a book expert, but do have experience with a variety of antique items.

It did smell of the dye but a wet wipe down seemed to help. Ivory marble texture padded cover with gold stamping, cross medallion design, and elegant borders. In judaism, the synagogue plays a prominent role, with many items being used during the course of services. The exterior looks nice but the inside was thin cardboard that i had to glue down. It was doubtless a lot more fanciful than life in that era wouldve been, but i didnt mind because it kept the plot lighthearted and fun, and allowed story focus on the relationships. One of the most unique prayer books we have ever encountered. The book of common prayer and administration of the holy communion, according to the use of the church of england together with the psalter or psalms of david, pointed as they are to be sung or said in churches but without the prefaces. The ivory from the panel on the left originally formed the center of a byzantine threepaneled icon. Two vintage catholic prayer books 1949 our ladys book and 1937 novena prayers. Vintage jewish hebrew text siddur tefilat israel metal prayer book sinai 1961. It was used by the phoenicians to ornament the boxwood rowingbenches of their galleys, and hirams skilled workmen made solomons throne of ivory 1 kings 10. An african prayer book is just such an aid, for in this collection all the spiritual riches of the vast and varied continent of africa are bravely set forth.

This real leather zippered book cover has a clear window slot to slide in a favorite prayer card. We offer a full money back guarantee and post out the next working day. Sterling silver covered prayer book, hallmarked birmingham 1905, with circle of angels design after sir joshua reynolds, 11. Miniature book common prayer for sale in uk view 60 ads. Zechariah, a holy and devout man, was about to get the surprise of a lifetime. Scarce and decorative antiquarian books and first editions. Book of common prayer rare books and first editions at bauman. Your bible measurements should be equal to or less than. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Here we overhear the simple prayer of the penniless bushman, the words of some of the greatest church fathers augustine and athanasius, petitioning and jubilant voices from south africa. A sublime condition 1846 book of common prayer with new testament and psalter with deeply embossed wooden, gold decorated front and back covers with inscription ihs often though to mean in his service but more likely used as these are the first 3 letters of the name of jesus. The spine still remains relatively tight and no pages are falling out. A proper restoring would set this example up to last another couple centuries im sure.

Barefoot dreams worlds softest and most luxurious hand knitted baby blankets, childrens apparel, chic lounge wear for adults and accessories for the home. May 12, 2020 this booklet would have utilised as a spur to meditation and prayer encouraging the owner to personally experience and share christs passion. While you are serving inside your home, your job or your ministry, there are people on the outside lifting you up and keeping you covered. It has a leather cover with a silver plate representing the madonna with the child and was printed in bergamo italy in 1910. The carolingian court of the emperor charlemagne valued learning and culture and as a christian court, prized the bible and gospels above all. Portions of the calendar some of the occasional services and articles of religion. Here you can find handmade covers in genuine leather and bonded leather suitable for the daily prayer, english version. Buy prayer book in antiquarian and collectable books and get the best deals.

In 1984 i began restoring books in institutional special collections first at the university of saint thomas in saint paul, then, after a few years, moving on to carleton and saint olaf colleges in northfield mn, where i worked for five. It was used by the phoenicians to ornament the boxwood rowingbenches of their galleys, and hirams skilled workmen made solomons throne of ivory 1. Get the best deals on antique prayer book indiana other christian collectibles. Leather bound mother of pearl crucifix and christ figure on the inside cover. Devotional booklet, ivory painted and gilded, depicting scenes from the passion with a cover depicting the coronation of the virgin, germany probably cologne, ca.

Antique jewish hebrew prayer book judaica judaism jerusalem israel. Barefoot dreams worlds softest and most luxurious hand. Ivory cased prayer book and three others one ivory cased. Old ivory cover prayer book 1924 with silver pages are gold gilded on the outside a fancy judaica books for every colle. In german, dated inside by hand, fur elisa april 1 1883, and i believe one of the other words is communion.

Jewish prayer book entitled the form of daily prayers prayers for every day of the year according to the custom of the german and polish yews. At a certain time, likely in the mid19th century, it has been mounted in a tortoise shell cover with silver unmarked closure, hinges and corners and the previous cover. Also available in digital form on the library of congress web site. Boards hard front and rear covers of a bound book which are covered in cloth, leather or paper. At a certain time, likely in the mid19th century, it has been mounted in a tortoise shell cover with silver unmarked closure, hinges and corners and the previous cover titled lady smith incerted front and back. This booklet would have utilised as a spur to meditation and prayer encouraging the owner to personally experience and share christs passion. Moreover the king made a great throne of ivory, and overlaid it with the best gold. Italian prayer book, with ivory covers printed in december 1960, can. Jan 22, 2015 collectibles including ladies gloves, fr. Sterling silver covered prayer book, hallmarked birmingham 1905. Original boards refers to cardboardlike front and back boards, from about 1700 to 1840, used as temporary protection for books before their purchasers would have them bound. Ivory carving is the carving of ivory, that is to say animal tooth or tusk, generally by using sharp cutting tools, either mechanically or manually humans have ornamentally carved ivory since prehistoric times, though until the 19thcentury openingup of the interior of africa, it was usually a rare and expensive material used for luxury products. The book of common prayer and administration of the sacraments london.

Ivory bound and covered prayer book, common prayer and sacraments church of england in the original box 4x2. These type of souvenirs are still sold in the holy land. Exquisite 1800s ivory bound hardcover prayer book bible feb 22. The most striking feature of the book is the intricate inlaid crucifix on the verso of the front cover. Prayer book in antiquarian and collectable books for sale ebay. One of the essential items used during prayer service in addition to the tallit and tefillin is the prayer book. Edited by diana losciale and with personal reflections by patricia corrigan. Elegant keepsake family bible, rsv catholic edition, features 16 page family section on parchtex paper, gilded page edges, deluxe binding, and easytoread type.

Prayer and church books antique family bibles and early. The silver plate was made by the famous italian silversmith miracoli milano. Check out our antique prayer book selection for the very best in unique or custom. Ivory and bone is set in the mammoth hunting era of prehistory, and the constant cultural infusion was easily my favorite part of the book. One book is a bible, 4x6, the binding has deteriorated, but the pages are good. Prayer book book of common prayer bound in leather with. Early twentieth century missal or prayer book with ivory cover and gilt pages. Antique german prayer book bible ivory cross cover 1883 a beautiful little prayer book. Repair of leather bindings, cloth bindings, albums, and other items. It fits the prayer book called the little flower prayer book, from a carmelite manual of prayer. Its binding is shot as well and the pages are brittle. Petit paradis, celluloid cover childs prayer book prayer. The carolingian court of the emperor charlemagne valued learning and culture and as a christian court, prized the bible and gospels above all other works. Olive wood covered prayer books, hand missals, and bibles are among souvenirs people bring back from the holy land for their own personal use or as gifts for friends or family.