Description
JOSHUA 9:3-10:23. “The Day the Sun Stood Still” (10:12-14). Printed in Lyon (France) by Gulliel Rouillius, 1573. Woodcuts by Pierre Eskrich. Octavo, 7″ x 4.6″. V. Large PICTURE WOODCUT 3.25″ x 2.4″ of the sun standing still during battle. FINE condition; mild darkening of the leaf and some light smudges (see pics). This memorable story recalls the lengthened day for the Israelites to overcome in battle. Leaf and partial translation and COA set in a museum-quality Trifold Portfolio. See other important leaves in this Bible under “Tri-fold Portfolios”. Then search for Biblia Sacra / 1573.
