Timeless Antiquities: Rare Manuscripts and Art Collections

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Timeless Antiquities Partial Inventory

Incunabula, Rare Bibles & Biblical Leaves

Mathews Bible (16th Century) – The first complete English Bible translated directly from Hebrew and Greek, printed in 1537 under pseudonym "Thomas Matthew."Mathews Bible (16th Century). First English Bible translated from Hebrew & Greek. A foundational Reformation Bible printed in 1537 under the alias "Thomas Matthew." Compiled by William Tyndale and Miles Coverdale, it was the first English Bible translated directly from Hebrew and Greek. A cornerstone of early Protestant scripture
Great Bible (16th Century) – Authorized by King Henry VIII in 1539; the first English Bible appointed to be read aloud in churches.First English Bible authorized for church use
Commissioned by King Henry VIII in 1539, the Great Bible was the first to be read aloud in English churches. Its grand size and elaborate title pages mark a pivotal shift in the English Reformation and public access to scripture.
1765 German Bible – Biblia: Das Ist Die Gantze Heilige Schrift – A complete 18th-century German Lutheran Bible, richly printed and preserved.
1490 Nicolas de Lyra & Johann Froben Incunabula Bible Page – Early printed leaf from influential biblical scholar and printer. This leaf comes from an incunabulum—books printed before 1501—featuring the scholarly works of Nicolas de Lyra and printed by Johann Froben. An exceptional artifact from the dawn of the printed word.
Coptic Papyrus Greek Writing (ca. 90x35mm) – Fragment of early Christian Egyptian scripture in Greek.
Hebrew Manuscript – Turkey (~15th–18th Century) – Handwritten Torah or Talmudic script originating from Ottoman-era Turkey.
Original Aleppo Codex Leaf – Extremely rare Torah leaf from the 10th-century Masoretic text revered by Jewish scholars.
1497 Incunabula – Early printed Bible page produced before 1501, reflecting late medieval typography.
1486 Incunabula – Pre-1500 printed biblical leaf, a cornerstone of printing history.
1597 Geneva Bible Leaf (James 2:12–5:9) – Protestant Reformation-era English translation, beloved by early Puritans.
1541 Great Bible Leaf – Cranmer Edition – Revised version authorized by Thomas Cranmer for Anglican use.
1612 King James Bible Leaf – John 9 & 10 – Early printing of the landmark English translation commissioned by King James I.
1597 Geneva Small Folio Holy Bible – Rare complete edition of the Protestant Geneva Bible.
1765 Martin Luther Bible with Apocrypha – A complete German translation by Martin Luther, including Apocryphal books.
1577 Geneva Bible – Mid-Reformation Bible with marginal notes that shaped Protestant theology.
1560–1644 Apocrypha Leaf – Leaf from intertestamental biblical books printed during the Reformation.
1611 King James Apocrypha Leaf (Quarto, 2 Esdras) – Early edition apocryphal leaf from the first King James Bible.
1609 Geneva Bible – Psalm 23 – A cherished psalm from one of the most influential early English translations.
1693 Bible Leaf – Latin Vulgate – Catholic Vulgate translation in ecclesiastical Latin, Clementine revision.
1712 Bible Leaf – Abraham and Lot (Genesis) – Early 18th-century leaf depicting the journey of Abraham and Lot.
1791 Geneva Bible (Small Folio) – Late-18th-century folio-sized Geneva translation.
17th Century Martin Luther Bible Leaf – Maccabees – Powerful depiction of martyrdom under King Seleucus.
German Quarto Bible (19th Century) – A finely bound German Protestant Bible in quarto size.
1846 Mini Quarto Bible – Samuel Bagster & Sons – Compact edition by renowned 19th-century Bible publisher.
1850 German Quarto Bible – Elaborately printed family Bible, complete with commentary and illustrations.
1878 German Martin Luther Bible – Later edition of the seminal German Reformation text.
1730 Le Saint Bible – Daniel, Maccabee, Ezekiel – French Catholic Bible with three major Old Testament prophets.
1882 Pictorial Bible Leaf – Color-illustrated 19th-century biblical page.
1582 Geneva Bible Leaf – One of the last Geneva Bible editions before the King James Version's dominance.

Judaica, Hebrew, Illuminated & Coptic Manuscripts

Original Aleppo Codex Leaf-One of the oldest and most accurate Hebrew Bibles
A preserved leaf from the legendary Aleppo Codex, a 10th-century Masoretic text revered for its precision and authority. An incredibly rare and sacred relic in Jewish religious history.
Holy Tongue – A rare manuscript referencing the Hebrew language as sacred script.
Coptic Papyrus (110x80 mm) – Larger early Christian script fragment on papyrus from Egypt.
Torah Manuscript – Morocco (~300 years old) – Handwritten Sephardic Torah scroll fragment.
Rare Book of Hours Leaf (16th Century, French)
Medieval devotion in miniature
A single illuminated leaf from a French Book of Hours, beautifully adorned with hand-painted borders and Latin prayers. Once used in personal prayer, it is a treasure of medieval spirituality.
Manuscript – Ben Ezra Synagogue (13th Century) – Ancient Jewish manuscript possibly tied to Cairo Genizah.
Legends of the Talmud – Aramaic and English – Bilingual edition of traditional Jewish wisdom and commentary.
Important Hebrew and Samaritan Manuscripts – Sotheby’s – Auction catalog showcasing extremely rare Jewish texts.
Ethiopian Bible on Vellum (19th Century) – Hand-bound Christian Ge’ez text on animal parchment.
Ethiopian Handmade – Authentic hand-crafted biblical manuscript.
Ethiopian Handmade Mini Bible – Pocket-sized Ethiopian Christian manuscript.
1899 Ethiopian Bible Leaf – Late 19th-century manuscript page in Ge’ez script.
Hebrew Manuscript – Turkey (~15th–18th Century)
Ottoman-era handwritten Hebrew scroll
Produced during the Ottoman Empire, this manuscript was likely used for Torah reading or scholarly study. It features Sephardic script and traditional ornamentation typical of that era.

Occult & Esoteric Works

Daemonologie – King James I – 1597 demonology text influencing witch trials and Shakespeare.
Sworn Book of Honorius (Limited to 50) – Rare magical grimoire attributed to a medieval cleric.
1957 Tibetan Book of the Dead (3rd Edition, Evans-Wentz)
Western introduction to Tibetan Buddhist funerary texts
Translated and annotated by W.Y. Evans-Wentz, this edition played a pivotal role in bringing Eastern spirituality to the West. A cornerstone in the study of life, death, and rebirth.
Magick in Theory & Practice – Aleister Crowley – Core text of Thelema and modern ceremonial magic.
Book of Lies – Aleister Crowley – Esoteric poetry and coded occult teachings.
Enochian Sex Magic – Aleister Crowley – Rituals combining angelic language and sexuality.
Abraxas Issue 3 – Aleister Crowley – Rare occult journal featuring Crowley’s philosophies.
Rosicrucian Cosmo-Conception – Theosophical text merging science, mysticism, and esoteric Christianity.
Rosicrucian Manual – Instructional guide for members of the Rosicrucian order (AMORC).
Sepher Yetzirah – Foundational text in Jewish mysticism on creation and the Sefirot.
The Secret Doctrine – Blavatsky (1888) – Theosophical cornerstone merging ancient wisdom and evolution.
Isis Unveiled – Blavatsky – 1877 exploration of occult science and theology.
Divine Pymander – Hermes Trismegistus – Hermetic philosophical texts foundational to alchemy and esotericism.
The Secret Teachings of All Ages – Manly P. Hall – Illustrated encyclopedia of ancient and modern mysticism.
Secret Teachings – Golden Anniversary Edition – Special edition of Hall’s legendary esoteric work.
Power of Words – Rosicrucian Lecture – Insight into vibrational mysticism and metaphysical speech.

Art & Antiquities

Ancient Arabic Manuscript – Handwritten script, possibly religious or scientific, with ornate calligraphy.
Handwritten Islamic text with ornate calligraphy
A rare and beautifully preserved manuscript in classical Arabic script, likely theological or scientific in nature. The delicate calligraphy showcases the intellectual and artistic achievements of Islamic scholars.
Egyptian Decorative Plate – Hand-painted artifact featuring traditional Egyptian motifs.
Coptic 6-Point Talisman Pendant – Protective amulet used by early Egyptian Christians.
Greek Papyri – First Century (1933 Hershey Davis) – Fragment of ancient Greek document.
Pre-Columbian Historic Treasures – Artifacts from Central or South American civilizations.
Egyptian Papyrus – Ancient writing material featuring symbolic or ritualistic text.
Eros in Pompeii – Illustrated tour of erotic art preserved in Pompeii’s secret museum.
Antique Persian Mosaic – Hand-Painted Horse
Traditional Persian craftsmanship and equine elegance
A richly colored mosaic tile depicting a stylized horse, hand-painted in the classic Persian aesthetic. A decorative and historic piece reflecting centuries of Persian artistic tradition.

Modern Art & Collectibles

Andy Warhol Original Painting of Mickey Mouse – Pop art icon’s rare take on Disney imagery.
An authentic Warhol painting featuring Mickey Mouse in bold, vibrant tones. This original piece merges mid-century consumerism with Warhol’s satirical pop-art commentary, capturing a timeless cultural icon.
Original Banksy Painting of Mickey Mouse – Satirical street-art reinterpretation of pop culture.
1950s Disney Comic – Vintage comic capturing early Disney storytelling.
1950 & 1964 Charlie and the Chocolate Factory – Roald Dahl – First and early editions of the beloved children’s book.
1950 Wizard of Oz – Frank Baum – Mid-century edition of the American classic.
Big Red - First Edition signed by friend, Red McCombs
The Red Zone – First Edition signed by friend, Red McCombs.

Literature & Historical Works

John Milton – Paradise Lost Regained (1784) – Epic poem chronicling man’s fall and redemption.
Julius Caesar – Shakespeare – Edition of the classic political tragedy.
Martin Luther – Christmas Book – Devotional or theological reflections for the holiday.
Edgar Allan Poe – Rare edition of his tales or poems.
Works of Flavius Josephus – Key Jewish historian writing during the Roman Empire.
Aunt Sally’s Dream Book / Old Aunt Dinah’s Policy Players – 19th-century lottery and fortune-telling books for African-American communities.
Personal Narrative – Travels to the Equestrial Regions of America – 17th century Exploration narrative.
Argonautica – Classical Greek epic of Jason and the Argonauts.
History of Hell – Scholarly exploration of the concept of damnation across cultures.
Crucifixion – Eyewitness Account – Apocryphal or devotional text claiming personal proximity to Christ.
Anecdotes of Painting in England – King James I – Historical art commentary from the early modern period.
1736 The London Magazine - Literary and political chronicle of Georgian England
This 18th-century periodical covers current events, essays, satire, and politics from the early Georgian era. A primary source for British cultural and intellectual life.
Abraxas Issue 3 – Aleister Crowley Occult journal from the father of Thelema
This rare journal includes esoteric writings by Crowley and other mystics. It reflects early 20th-century experimentation with magic, psychology, and metaphysics.

Other Rare Books

Book of a Thousand Tongues – Landmark multilingual publication of Scripture.
1939 Mein Kampf (Unabridged – Reynal & Hitchcock Edition) - U.S. publication of Hitler’s manifesto
This rare edition marks one of the first American full-text publications of Adolf Hitler’s ideological treatise. A chilling but essential artifact from the buildup to WWII.
Greek Papyri of the First Century (1933 Hershey Davis) - Ancient text fragment studied in modern times
Analyzed by Hershey Davis in 1933, this ancient Greek papyrus is likely part of a legal or religious document. It bridges antiquity and modern scholarship.
Church Life Before Constantine – Examination of early Christian communities pre-Rome.
Masonic Cycloptic Bible – Esoteric or altered Bible edition; title may be symbolic.
Ephermis (1889) – Astrological or astronomical almanac.
Le Pharsale de Lucain (1777) – French translation of Lucan’s Roman epic.
Liberation of Jerusalem (1810, Vols 1 & 2) – Poetic retelling of the First Crusade.
1778 South Carolina Shilling (April 10, 1778) – Revolutionary War-era colonial currency.
Torah Morocco – Exodus – Fragment of the second book of Moses, handwritten over 300 years ago.
Pope Gregory – Decretals X – Canon law text from the 13th century.
Mystical Life of Jesus – Esoteric take on Christ's life beyond the Gospels.
Book of the Secret Museum of Mankind (1935) – Exploration of taboo or hidden art and artifacts.
American Journal of Obstetrics (1890) – Historical look into 19th-century women’s healthcare and gynecology.
Proceedings of the Knights Templar (1876) – Fraternal meeting records from the famous Masonic order.
Jesuits of America (17th Century) – Rare text documenting missionary or colonial presence.
1947 Russian Icons -Post-war Orthodox Christian devotional art-Hand-painted religious icons reflecting traditional Eastern Orthodox aesthetics. Created in the post-WWII Soviet era, these images were preserved despite religious suppression.
King Tut Dream Book- Egyptian-inspired numerology and dream divination
A 20th-century guide to interpreting dreams with numeric associations, often tied to African-American spiritual and gambling traditions. Rooted in mysticism and folklore.