Antique Family Bibles and
Christian Books in the Dutch Language
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The original manuscripts of the
Old Testament (in Hebrew) and the New Testament (in Greek) have long
been lost, however thanks to accurate copying by
generations of scribes of the Old Testament and thousands
of preserved old manuscripts and codices of the New Testament we
can be assured that the original tact has been accurately preserved.
Many translations have been made
over the years. In the early days of Christianity the Hebrew Old
Testament was usually read in a Greek translation (know as the
Septuagint). As the church spread, the need for translations grew,
taking the sacred text into widely accepted languages as well as local
tongues. The Bible was soon translated into Latin
(the language of the
Roman Empire
), Syriac (an Eastern Aramaic language), Coptic (Egyptian) and Arabic.
Unfortunately, translations were not always accurate and errors were
made. For this reason – and also because they did not want
“ordinary” people to be able to read the Bible – the (Roman)
Catholic Church banned any further translations and used only a
particular Latin text known as the Vulgate which had been
translated from the Greek around 400 AD. In the 1380s the first
English translations were made by John Wycliffe. By 1455 the printing
press was invented (Gutenberg), and mass production capabilities made
additional English versions and other language translations more
readily available.
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The 'Delftse Bijbel' is generally considered to be
the first printed Dutch-language Bible in 1477.
The 'Statenvertaling' of 1637 (by many considered
the 'Dutch version of the King James) is still an often used
translation in the more conservative Christian circles. The name 'Statenvertaling'
is used because this translation was ordered by the Dutch Congress
(called 'the Staten Generaal'). The text was directly translated into
Dutch from the original languages Hebrew and Greek.
As next generations of Dutch translations date to
the 20th century (like the 'Nederlands Bijelgenootschap' translation
of 1951 and 'de Goed Nieuws Bijbel' of 1983) all found Bible texts in
19th century and earlier Dutch Bibles is likely to be the 'Statenvertaling'
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Many
Dutch Bibles contain the texts and music of Psalms and Hymns
Below
we will first list our Dutch antique (family) Bibles ,
followed by various other Christian publications of the 18th
and 19th century in the Dutch language (click on the picture
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1654 elephant folio Dutch Staten Bible (Statenbijbel) with Apocrypha 14" x 10.5", 4"
thick!
almost EXCELLENT (E) condition.
A very early 'Statenbijbel':
HUGE folio Netherlands - Dutch- Bible/Bijbel/Biblia from 1654
(the first 'Statenbijbel' was issued in 1637!), printed by Paulus
Aertsz. van Ravelsteyn, of Amsterdam.
It has a plain full leather cover (not original) which has been
professionally restored/rebacked. In the front of the Bible is a
(beautifully illustrated) general title page, "Acte van Authorifatie" and a
"nieuw Regifter des Ouden Teftaments" (index to the
Old Testament). followed by a title page to the New Testament, an
introduction and the New Testament itself plus a "nieuw
Regifter des Nieuwen Teftaments" (index to the New
Testament). Next a title page for the Apocrypha, a "Waerfchouwinge
aen de lesers van de apocryphe boecken" (a warning to the
readers of the apocryphal books) and the Apocrypha themselves. The
text is printed in a decorative black gothic font. The
text of the Bible has VERY extensive study notes/remarks on the bottom of
each page and contains elaborate introductions to each books of the
Bible. Each book starts with a beautifully illustrated first letter
(see some of the pictures). ALL title pages are present! Elaborate engraved title
pages, and numerous woodcut devices and initials.
The Bible's binding, spine were professional restored and in excellent working order.
All pages are present and in a very good condition (a few damages on
the title and dedication page). Beautiful and clean pages
(cotton based, thick paper), we only noticed a few small occasional
stains/age spots. Paneled calf, finely tooled spine, five raise
bands....more
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Dutch Keur New Testament Bible with pristine large Maps and Apocrypha
17" x 11", 2" thick
VERY GOOD (VG)+ condition.
A very large (17" x 11"!!) and
complete, with 2 of the renowned large double page maps Netherlands - Dutch-
Bible/Bijbel/Biblia
from 1682 with the complete New Testament and the Apocrypha. It has a full
brown leather cover (the original boards and cover?).
The
text of the Bible has extensive study notes/remarks on the side of the
text and contains a section with introductions to the books of the
Bible. It is also bound with the full text of the Apocrypha (at the
end of the Bible). There are 2 full page PRISTINE(!) full 2 page maps
with very detailed engravings, one of Canaan ('het Beloofde Land') and one showing the travels of the
apostle Paul. Just these maps are worth hundreds of dollars each and
are very hard to get in this excellent quality! There is also a complete index/concordance to the New
Testament.
The Bible's binding, and spine/covers are in reasonable working
order (treat with care). The leather is somewhat dried-out and there
is breaking of the leather on the spine and some of the areas of the
cover. All pages are present. There has been some water stains in
the past, no loss of any text or even a serious distraction. A very
attractive and desirable antique piece of history. ...more
information...
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1704 Large, well-preserved (Keur) Dutch Bible with Apocrypha 13" x 9",
4" thick!
VERY GOOD (VG) condition.
A large (13"/33 cm x
9"/22.5 cm and 4"/10cm thick) Netherlands Bible/Bijbel/Biblia
from the very beginning of the 18th century: 1704! - in remarkable condition. The
Bible contains the complete text of the Old and New Testament ("Statenvertaling')
and the Apocrypha. This Bible also has an very extensive
commentary/notes included with the text as well as chapter introductions
and indices. At the back it also contains the complete text of the
books of the Old Testament Apocrypha. Elaborate engraved title page, and numerous woodcut devices and initials.
The Bible's binding, spine are professional restored and in excellent
working order. The leather front and read boards are original. All pages are present and in a very good condition.
Some age discoloring but much less than usually to be expected for
this age. A few rough edges on the first pages but apart from that we
noticed no damages/concerns! See the
many photo's for this remarkable antique piece of history!...more
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1728 RARE Book of Common Prayer in parallel Dutch and English
6 x 4", 1.5" thick
GOOD (G) condition.
A rather unique and rare 1728 Book
of Common Prayer printed in a parallel column presentation in
English next to a Dutch (Nederlands) translation. Likely used by
Dutch immigrants into the New World to help with the transition to
the English languages and/or English refugees in the Netherlands.
Both a Dutch and English title page: "The Book of Common Prayer and
Administrafion of the Sacraments .... together with the Psalter ....
English and Lowdutch ... Dordrecht MDCCXXVIII" The binding is
getting fragile but is still holding fine (handle with care). The
leather on the cover is partly loose, but all still present. Clean
pages, all seem to be present. No writing expect for one small
ownership note. A truly rare antique and historical treasure. ...more
information...
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1741 Dutch Keur Bijbel with large Maps, Illustrations and Apocrypha
HUGE: 14 1/2" x 10", 5" thick
GOOD (G) condition.
A very large and extensively
illustrated Netherlands - Dutch-
Bible/Bijbel/Biblia
from 1741 with the famous large fold-out maps. It has a full
leather cover with brass decorated corners (8 in total) and
corresponding closing clasps (one missing, the other one is fully
operational). The
Bible contains the complete text of the Old and New Testament ("Statenvertaling'). The
text of the Bible has extensive study notes/remarks on the side of the
text and contains a section with introductions to the books of the
Bible. It is also bound with the full text of the Apocrypha. There are 3 full page fold-out maps, one of the
Garden of Eden ('het Paradijs'), one of the 40-year voyage of the
Israelites through the desert and one showing the travels of the
apostle Paul. Also there are over 300 Bible scene illustrations (6
per page).
The Bible's binding, spine have been restored in the past and in
reasonable working order. The leather is somewhat dried-out and
there is breaking of the leather on the hinge (handle this Bible
with care!) All pages seem to be present (except of a few pages at the end of the
Apocrypha that seem to be missing) and in a mixed condition. There
has been water damage in the past, some pages have tears or are torn
(occasional small loss of text). The tears in the maps have been
restored. Many pages have rough edges and occasional coloring
because of age and the past water damage. There are only 3 maps
present (likely this Bible was originally issued with 6 maps)
Despite the faults (hence the downgraded condition) still a very
attractive antique piece of history....more
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1748 Dutch Goetzee Bijbel with Apocrypha, Psalms and Catechism 12" x 10", 5 1/2"
thick !!
EXCELLENT (E) condition.
A HUGE Netherlands - Dutch- Bible/Bijbel/Biblia
from 1748, printed by Nicolaas Goetzee of Goringchem in a remarkable preserved
condition. In the front of the Bible is a general title page, "Acte
and Authorifatie" and a full page engraving showing "the
fall of mankind". Next is a PERSONAL dedication of the Bible by
the printer to Jonkheere Frederik Hendrik, Baron van Wassenaar. The
Bible contains the complete text of the Old and New Testament ("Statenvertaling').
Followed by separate
concordances for the Old and New Testaments. The
text of the Bible has extensive study notes/remarks on the bottom of
each page and contains introductions to each books of the
Bible. Hereafter are the Apocrypha, followed by "het Boek der Psalmen" (book
of psalms), with all Biblical psalms set to music and "Evangelische
Gezangen", a collection of hymns. The last section of this extensive Bible
contains the text of the catechism as taught in the Netherlands
Reformed churches and schools. ALL title pages are present!
The Bible's binding, spine are professional restored and in excellent working order.
All pages are present and in a very good condition (a few rough edges
on the first pages but no real damages). Beautiful and clean pages
(cotton based, thick paper), we only noticed a stain at the
bottom/right of some pages in the back. Cover has some wear and
scratches. See the
many photo's for this BEAUTIFUL piece of history!...more
details ...
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1761 Kerkeraads Bijbel with Dutch Hymns, Psalms and Catechism 11" x 9", 4"
thick
VERY GOOD (VG) condition.
A Netherlands - Dutch- Bible/Bijbel/Biblia
from the middle of the 18th century in a well preserved and remarkable
sound condition. It has a very well preserved full leather cover (with
the text "Kerk van Kloetinge" and "Bijbel" imprinted
in gold letters) and two very strong and solid brass clasps/locks. The
Bible contains the complete text of the Old and New Testament ("Statenvertaling'). The
text of the Bible has various study notes/remarks on the side of the
text and contains a section with introductions to the books of the
Bible. It is bound with "het Boek der Psalmen" (book
of psalms), with all Biblical psalms set to music and "Evangelische
Gezangen", a collection of hymns used in the Netherlands
Reformed Churches from 1827. The last section of this extensive Bible
contains the text of the catechism as taught in the Netherlands
Reformed churches and schools. Elaborate engraved title page, and numerous woodcut devices and initials.
The Bible's binding, spine are professional restored and in excellent working order.
All pages are present and in a very good condition. If it would not be
for some of the yellow coloring on the edges of the pages (sunlight
damage?) the condition for this Bible would be EXCELLENT. A few rough edges on the first pages but apart from that we
noticed no damages/concerns!...more
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1822 Dutch New Testament
Bible, Psalms and Hymns 6" x 3.3" x 2.5" thick
GOOD (G) condition.
This is a very old Dutch Bible and Church Book containing the
complete text of the New Testament ("Statenvertaling') as well as
a large collection of Psalms (with music), Hymns ('Gezangen) and
various Prayers to be used during the Sunday service. The corners and edges show only mild wear,
but nothing out of the ordinary for a well-used book this old! The hinges of this book are
quite secure. One of the original metal clamps is still present and
working. ...more
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1834 Dutch New Testament Pocket Bible with Psalms, Hymns and Prayers pocket size Bible of 3
3/4" long, 2" wide, and 2" thick,
1463 pages
VERY GOOD (VG) condition.
A small vintage leather bound
Dutch Bible, which was published in Amsterdam in 1834. This antique Dutch Bible and
Church Book - in VERY GOOD condition - contains the complete text of the New Testament ("Statenvertaling',
727 pages)
as well as a large collection of Psalms (with music, 336 pages), Hymns
('Gezangen', 335 pages)
and various Prayers ('Catechismus', 65 pages) to be used during the Sunday service.
This Bible is bound closed by a leather strap. All
edges are in gilt. There is some wear to the leather binding. The
strap has the most wear (small tears and a crease). The front and back
hinges are cracked, but all pages of this bible are firmly attached to
the binding. Overall, this is a very clean and
attractive and special Dutch Bible. ...more
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1884 Dutch Pocket New Testament and Church Book pocket size Bible of 4.6" long, 2.8" wide, and
1.2" thick
VERY GOOD (VG) condition.
A small antique leather bound
combined Dutch Bible and Dutch Bible and
Church Book - in VERY GOOD condition - contains the complete text of the New Testament ("Statenvertaling')
as well as a large collection of Psalms ("psalmen", with
music) and Hymns ("gezangen")
and various Prayers ("catechismus"). This Bible is bound closed by a leather strap and is
in a VERY GOOD condition. Gold edged pages. There is very minor wear to the leather binding.
All pages of this bible are firmly attached to
the binding. All the pages of the Bible are present and are in clean and attractive condition. A very clean and
attractive antique Dutch Bible. ...more
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1890ies Large Illustrated Dutch Family Bible large sized: 13.25" x
10", 3" thick
EXCELLENT (E) condition.
A large Netherlands Bijbel of the
end of the 19th century (no exact date mentioned) with a black leather
cover and metal decorations as well as gold embossed lettering and 2 original
gold-colored (brass?) clasps - in EXCELLENT condition. The
Bible contains the complete text of the Old and New Testament ("Statenvertaling'). Besides a number of full page exquisite
engravings/illustrations, this Bible also has a very extensive
commentary included with the text as chapter introductions and a very
large number of side notes and footnotes. There is very minor wear to the leather binding.
All pages of this bible are firmly attached to
the binding. All the pages of the Bible are present and are in clean and attractive condition. An
extremely clean and
attractive antique Large Dutch Family Bible....more
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Dutch Bible
Commentaries and other Christian Books
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New Testament and Commentary by Vinke
in 3 Volumes 1860 9" x 5.5" (each volume)
GOOD (G) condition.
A complete New Testament
("Nieuwe Testament") included with an extensive - 3 volume -
commentary by Dr. H.E. Vinke, as published in 1860 with a total of
about 1800+ pages. The books are in overall GOOD
condition. They are bound in embossed leather. Looks like all is
complete and no pages seem to be missing (Volume I has a loose cover).
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antique (family) Bibles weigh about 1-5 lbs and have a size in the range of
10" x 8" to 5" x 3".
'Het Nieuwe Testament'
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When describing our
Bibles we use the following definitions for
conditions:
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EXCELLENT - not used very often, as this denotes a very,
very good book - in "as new" condition.
* VERY GOOD -
no major faults but it is not perfect.
* GOOD - below
the condition of Very Good with faults that are listed in the
description.
* FAIR - the book will be looking quite tired & have quite a
bad problem that is listed in the description.
* POOR - this
book has a major fault(s) that is described & possibly
rather mangled.
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What
determines the price of an antique Bible or book?
Generally, the factors that
most effect a Bible’s price are:
- Age… a 1573 printing costs more than a 1673
printing.
- Size… a 12 to 17 inch tall “pulpit
folio” costs more than a smaller Bible.
- Extra Features… Uniqueness (first
edition), Psalter-Hymnals,
Almanac-Calendars, Apocrypha, Maps, Concordances,
Illustrations, decorative red ruling, etc.
- Another
thing that detracts from the monetary value of a family
Bible is the handwritten genealogical information that
they usually contain. Unless you're from a very famous
family, or there is an individual in your family who is
famous, this handwritten information reduces a Bible's
value to a collector.
To a lesser extent, the
elaborateness of the binding will effect the price, though
the age of the binding usually has only a minimal effect, if
any, on the price. Most readers/collectors will actually
prefer a strong, fresh, new leather binding, to the worn and
somewhat less attractive ancient bindings… though some do
prefer the quaint, simple, somewhat distressed look of the
older bindings.
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