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LOT 1:
ANTIQUE ARABIC CHRISTIAN GOSPELS TWO PAGE MANUSCRIPT
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Sold for: $250
Start price:
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Estimated price :
$100 - $150
Buyer's Premium: 28%
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ANTIQUE ARABIC CHRISTIAN GOSPELS TWO PAGE MANUSCRIPT
An antique manuscript page, displaying both sides, with Christian Gospels in Arabic for Sundays and feast days, meticulously penned by the Spanish Franciscan Fray Francisco Cannes in Damascus in the year 1758. This remarkable document provides a tangible link to the religious practices and cultural exchanges of its time. The manuscripts presentation reflects the multicultural milieu of Damascus in the 18th century and the commitment of individuals like Fray Francisco Cannes to preserving and propagating Christian teachings in the Arabic language. Framed. Provenance: Phillipps Ms. 2359, bought of Thorpe. Antique Religious Manuscripts And Historical Artifacts.
Dimensions: Overall size: Frame 20 1/2 x 16 1/2 in. Image 9 1/2 x 7 in. All measurements are approximate.
Condition: Overall good vintage condition. Refer to photos. Sold As Is.
