An exceptionally rare antique Danish religious text, "Ny Samling af Prædikener" (New Collection of Sermons), First Part, by C. J. Bone. Printed in 1853 in Helsingør (Elsinore), Denmark by W. Grüner & Co., this volume represents mid-19th century Danish Lutheran religious literature and offers a fascinating glimpse into Scandinavian ecclesiastical history. The book is written in Danish and contains a collection of sermons intended for devotional reading and church study.
The volume retains its original embossed cloth boards with a leather spine decorated with gilt ornamentation. Inside, the pages show the expected toning and wear of a book that has been in use for more than 170 years.
One of the most interesting aspects of this copy is the handwritten family record found on the front pages. Written in Danish, the inscription documents several family events including births, baptisms, and deaths recorded between the mid-1800s and 1880. Names such as Alfa Natalie Giese and other members of the Giese family appear in the notes, suggesting the book served as a small family record alongside its religious purpose.
These handwritten entries provide a glimpse into the life of the book’s original owners and add meaningful provenance, turning the volume into both a religious text and a personal historical artifact.
This piece would make a wonderful addition to a vintage library, genealogy collection, or a dark-academia inspired display.
Key Features
Published 1853 in Helsingør (Elsinore), Denmark
Printer: W. Grüner & Co.
Author: C. J. Bone
Title: "Ny Samling af Prædikener" (New Collection of Sermons)
Volume: "Første Deel" (First Part)
Written entirely in Danish
Floral embossed covers
Extensive handwritten notes and annotations throughout, providing fascinating provenance and evidence of active use by a previous owner
173 years old - authentic mid-19th century Danish printing
Rare example of Danish religious literature from the period
Historical connection to Elsinore, famous for Kronborg Castle (Hamlet's castle)
Dimensions: Approximately 5" W x 7.75" H
Condition & Disclaimer:
Condition Issues Present: This antique book shows significant wear consistent with its 173-year age, including severe spine damage with extensive fraying and loss of material, worn embossed covers with edge damage and corner wear, water damage visible on lower portion of pages, foxing and age spots throughout, and general wear as shown in photos.
The handwritten annotations throughout add significant historical and provenance value, showing this was an actively used religious text
Sold as-is for collectors, scholars, decorators, or those who appreciate the beauty of aged Danish religious texts
Pages are intact and readable despite age-related discoloration and water damage
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