Quarto. In two volumes. [58], 430, [36]; [5], 432-940pp, [48]. First two words of title transliterated from the Hebrew. With an additional engraved title page to Vol. I., 11 full-page engravings in the text, and five engraved plates (one folding). Latter vellum-backed paper boards, contrasting red and black morocco lettering-pieces. Rubbed and a trifle marked. Occasional worm-tracks to margins, scattered foxing/browning. From the Rugby School library, Bloxam bequest, parts of which were recently dispersed, with bookplates to FEPs.

The first edition of an important, erudite, and finely illustrated work on Jewish sacerdotal costume by sometime professor of theology at Groningen and Orientalist Johannes Braun (1628-1708). In addition to analysing the origins and materials of priestly vestments, the text examines issues relating to ancient textiles and their manufacture, the procurement of precious stones for clothing, and the comparative garments of Roman and pagan priesthoods.