1865 – History of Joseph and His Brethren – Owen Jones | Illuminated Victorian Chromolithographs

The history of Joseph and his brethren illuminated was printed around 1865 in London by Day and Son, known as lithographers to the Queen. This folio contains passages from Genesis chapters 37, 38, and 40, presented in chromolithograph engravings. The book included work by Owen Jones, Henry Warren, and Albert Henry Warren. This copy features 26 unnumbered leaves, each bordered with ornamental patterns common in Victorian religious design. All leaves are printed in color and illuminated. Text is framed by decorative elements without any narrative illustrations. Page format and coloration match styles used in mid-19th century scripture presentations.   Bibliographic Details Title: The History of Joseph and His Brethren Genesis Chaprs XXXVII.XXXVIII. XL. Author(s): Holy Bible Illustrator(s): Owen Jones; Henry Warren; Albert Henry Warren Publisher: London, Day and Son Edition: First edition. Undated [ca. 1865]. Format: Folio, single volume Binding: Original decorative red and gilt cloth Size: 11.5 in × 8.75 in (29 cm × 22 cm) Collation: 26 unnumbered leaves Illustrations: Full-page chromolithographed and illuminated text frames and illustrations throughout Contents Include: Genesis chapters 37, 38, 40 Illustrated Bible scenes   Condition: Original hardcover red and gilt cloth shows mild fading and rubbing at extremities. Text block is secure. Paper tone is consistent with age, with some foxing present. Text is readable, with vivid gilt and coloring. Gilt page edges exhibit wear and fading at the corners but otherwise remain bright.   Why Collect This? Printed by official lithographers to Queen Victoria Rare example of mid-19th century scripture with ornamentals Appealing to collectors of chromolithography, Victorian design, and illustrated Bible stories Item Number: #50308 Categories Arts & Architecture Religion Authors Holy Bible Printing Date 19th Century Language English Binding Hardcover Book Condition Very Good Collation Complete