
This antique Ethiopian Orthodox Christian Bible is a finely preserved devotional manuscript featuring traditional Ge’ez script, hand-painted religious miniatures, and classic wooden board covers. Rich in spiritual and cultural character, it is a striking example of Ethiopian Christian manuscript tradition and would make a meaningful addition to a serious collection. The manuscript contains approximately 75 pages and includes 5 painted images, each created in the distinctive Ethiopian Orthodox style with bold lines, warm natural tones, and expressive sacred figures. The handwritten text and illuminated pages reflect the craftsmanship associated with handmade religious books from Ethiopia, where manuscript culture remained central to worship and devotion for centuries. Its compact size makes it especially appealing as a collectible manuscript that is easy to display, study, or keep as part of a focused collection of African religious art, Ethiopian Orthodox artifacts, or antique Christian books. The combination of original hand-painted imagery, Ge’ez writing, and wooden covers gives this piece both visual strength and historical presence. This is an excellent piece for collectors of Ethiopian manuscripts, antique Christian books, religious art, and heritage objects with authentic handmade character. Type: Ethiopian Orthodox Christian Bible. Material: Parchment pages with wooden covers. Paintings: 5 hand-painted religious images. 15 cm x 10 cm. Condition: Antique condition with age-related wear consistent with use and age. Expect natural rubbing, edge wear, surface marks, softening to the pages, wear to the binding, and imperfections to the wooden covers and painted areas. These signs of age support the authenticity, history, and character of the piece.