- 38
Plinius Secundus, Gaius.
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Des Weitberühmbten Hochgelehrten alten Philosophi unnd Naturkündigerns, Bücher und Schrifften, von Natur ... Frankfurt am Main: Sigmund Feyerabendt, 1584, title in red and black with woodcut title vignette, 248 woodcuts (including composites and repeats) by Hans Weiditz, Virgil Solis and Jost Amman, [Becker, Amman, 7d]
- Paper
Heller, Johann. Neuw Jag unnd Weydewerch Buch ... Frankfurt am Main: Johann Feyerabendt for Sigmund Feyerabendt, 1582, 2 parts, first title in red and black, second with woodcut vignette, 170 large woodcuts in text, 4 pages of musical notation, [Becker, Amman, 35; Graesse III, 445]
2 volumes bound in one, folio (319 x 194mm.), contemporary German blind-tooled pigskin, episcopal arms dated 1589 stamped in gilt on upper cover, brass catches and clasps, lower cover slightly soiled, corners rubbed, joints worn
2 volumes bound in one, folio (319 x 194mm.), contemporary German blind-tooled pigskin, episcopal arms dated 1589 stamped in gilt on upper cover, brass catches and clasps, lower cover slightly soiled, corners rubbed, joints worn
Provenance
G.O. Arnold, bookplate on front pastedown
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."
"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
Heyden's translation of selections from Pliny the Elder's Natural History, illustrated with a series of exceptionally fine woodcuts by German artists of the period, was intended for the use of apothecaries and the general public in the best tradition of the Volksbücher.
Heller's Neuw Jag unnd Weydewerch Buch is one of the earliest German books on hunting, falconry and fishing; many of the lively woodcuts are by the celebrated Swiss artist Jost Amman.