Lot 54
  • 54

Abati, Baldo Angelo.

Estimate
1,000 - 1,500 GBP
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Description

  • De admirabili viperae natura, & de mirificis eiusdem facultatibus liber. Nuremberg: Heusler, 1603
4to (199 x 144mm.), woodcut printer's device on title-page, title within engraved border, engraved illustrations, woodcut initials and headpieces, contemporary vellum, later paper covering on spine, a few illustrations shaved, lacking two pairs of ties

Literature

Nissen ZBI 1; VD17 23:236561W

Condition

Condition is described in the main body of the cataloguing, where appropriate
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

Catalogue Note

Abati's treatise on snakes was first published in Urbino in 1589.