1611 KJV Imperial Pulpit Folio • First Edition, Fourth Printing – Book of Daniel
1611 KJV Imperial Pulpit Folio Leaf Set – The Book of Daniel (Complete) Robert Barker • London • 1611 • First Edition, Fourth Printing
A Distinguished Landmark
An extraordinary opportunity to acquire a complete, continuous section of the Book of Daniel from the historic 1611 King James Bible.
This substantial bound section preserves the entire Book of Daniel, from the opening chapter through Daniel’s final prophetic visions in Chapter 12. Printed in the imposing large-folio format associated with early King James Bibles, the section retains the distinctive black-letter typography, ornamental woodcut initials, and traditional page layout of the period.
Accompanying the section is a formal Certificate of Authenticity.
Signature Highlight
The section opens with the striking “THE BOOK OF Daniel” heading and a beautifully rendered decorative woodcut initial, providing an impressive introduction to the complete biblical book.
Within these pages are some of the best-known passages in the Book of Daniel, including the account of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego in the fiery furnace, Daniel’s deliverance from the lions’ den, and the prophetic visions that conclude the book.
The fact that the entire Book of Daniel remains together as a continuous section adds particular appeal for collectors who appreciate experiencing an early Bible in its original textual sequence rather than as isolated individual leaves.
Highlights
• Complete Book of Daniel — Continuous text from Chapter 1 through Chapter 12.
• 1611 King James Bible — From the historic London printing associated with royal printer Robert Barker.
• Large Imperial Pulpit Folio Format — Approximately 10¼" × 15½", giving the section an impressive physical presence.
• Text Layout: Two-column format, with 59 lines of text per column
• Black-Letter Typography — Characteristic Gothic typeface of early seventeenth-century English Bible printing.
• Decorative Woodcut Initial — The opening of Daniel features a substantial ornamental initial and distinctive book heading.
• Iconic Biblical Passages — Includes the fiery furnace, Daniel and the lions’ den, and the book’s concluding prophetic visions.
• Continuous Bound Section — The complete book remains together as one historical textual unit.
• Certificate of Authenticity — Accompanied by a formal signed Certificate of Authenticity.
Condition
The leaves remain crisp, bright, stable, and highly legible, with the handmade rag paper displaying the durability characteristic of early seventeenth-century printing.
The margins remain generally strong and well preserved.
As expected of a volume more than four centuries old, the section displays authentic signs of age and historical handling, including minor foxing and isolated spotting.
The first leaf of the bound section is beginning to separate slightly along the gutter, although it remains attached.
The leaf containing Chapter III has a portion of its bottom outer corner missing, affecting a small area of the outer margin. The principal text remains intact and stable.
These condition details are part of the historical character of the section and are reflected in the presentation of the piece.
Physical Specifications
Printer: Robert Barker, Printer to the King’s Most Excellent Majesty
Place of Publication: London
Date: 1611
Edition: First Edition, Fourth Printing
Dimensions: Approximately 10¼" × 15½"
Format: Large Pulpit Folio
Binding: Bound continuous section
Text: Complete Book of Daniel, Chapters 1–12
Special Features: Opening Daniel heading and woodcut initial; complete continuous book section; Certificate of Authenticity
Curator’s Observation
The Book of Daniel occupies a particularly memorable place within the biblical tradition, combining historical narratives with some of the Old Testament’s most recognizable prophetic passages.
For collectors of early English Bibles, there is something especially compelling about encountering an entire biblical book preserved together in its original sequence. Rather than viewing Daniel as a collection of individual leaves, this section allows the collector to follow the text from its opening narrative through its concluding visions as an extended historical unit.
The substantial folio format, distinctive black-letter typography, decorative woodcut work, and surviving signs of centuries of handling together provide a tangible connection to the world in which the 1611 King James Bible was first printed.
A Remarkable Piece of Biblical History
More than four centuries after its printing, this complete Book of Daniel remains a tangible survivor of one of the most consequential English Bible editions in history.
Its continuous presentation, impressive folio scale, historic typography, and preserved decorative features make it an engaging piece for collectors of antiquarian Bibles and early English printing.
The condition notes above reflect observations made during examination; the accompanying photographs provide the collector with the opportunity to conduct their own assessment of the material.
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Collection reference: AS-1044
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