Lot 39
  • 39

Ortelius, Abraham.

Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description

  • Abrégé du Theatre d'Ortelius [Epitome]. Antwerp: Jean Baptiste Vrients, 1602
  • paper
2 parts in one volume, oblong 8vo (115 x 155mm.), French text, printed title with engraved hemisphere vignette, engraved arms on verso, engraved view of the Escorial, and 125 maps (including 5 in the Addition), contemporary limp vellum gilt, [van der Krogt 333:04; Koeman III, Ort 60; Phillips, Atlases 416], occasional faint browning, one or two small stains, binding slightly soiled

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

An attractive copy with wide margins.