Hand-Bound Facsimile of the 1483 Koberger Bible – Complete Single Volume Edition
A Masterpiece of Early Printing, Recreated for Modern Collectors and Scholars
Experience the grandeur of one of the most iconic Bibles of the 15th century with this exquisite hand-bound facsimile of the 1483 Koberger Bible , originally printed by the legendary Anton Koberger in Nuremberg.
While the original was published in two large volumes, this faithful single-volume edition brings together the entire Bible — Old and New Testament — in one beautifully crafted book, making it both an authentic and practical collector’s piece.
- Complete Bible in one volume — faithfully reproducing both volumes of the original 1483 edition
- 109 detailed woodcut illustrations — reproduced with meticulous care to capture the original artistry
- Hand-bound with traditional craftsmanship
- True to the original’s royal folio size 37 × 26 cm (14.6 × 10.2 inches) and 1138 pages in total
- Preserves the Gothic typeface, double-column layout, and rubrication of the original text
- Perfect for collectors, historians, theologians, and lovers of early printed books
Why This Bible Is a Treasure
The 1483 Koberger Bible was a landmark achievement in early printing — rich with symbolism, artistry, and theological significance. it is t he First Illustrated German Bible Before Luther. Anton Koberger’s workshop set the standard for quality and craftsmanship, producing a Bible that was as much a work of art as a sacred text.
This facsimile preserves that legacy, making it accessible to modern collectors without sacrificing the historic beauty and detail of the original.
Handbound with Care
As a professional bookbinder, I create each facsimile with painstaking attention to detail and historical accuracy. Each book is a unique work of art, not mass-produced, and built to be cherished for generations.
Limited quantities available — made to order or small batch.
Ships securely with professional packaging with UPS Express
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Limited to just 100 Deluxe leather-bound copies, bound by a master bookbinder/old medieval manuscript expert with 40 years of expertise in book restoration.
Own a rare piece of printing history —an heirloom-quality facsimile of one of the greatest German Bibles of the incunabula era.