Bartolus de Saxoferrato

Super-Royal folio (417 x 270mm.), 317 leaves (of 320, without 3 blank leaves), [a-n¹⁰ o-p¹² q-t¹⁰ v⁸ x⁶ y-z aa-dd¹⁰ ee⁸ ff¹⁰ gg-hh¹² ii¹⁰], double column, 50 lines, roman type, paraphs in red and blue, 2- to 8-line initials in red and blue, headlines supplied in red with chapter titles given in manuscript at upper right hand corner, early annotations, first leaf with large contemporary illustration of a lecturer with three pupils, 8-line initial in pink on a gold and red ground with decoration in pink, green and blue and matching marginal floral decoration, gold coat of arms at foot with initials W.F., early manuscript signatures, modern half calf binding, spine lettered in gilt, blue ink slightly smudged, wormhole at head of gutter in centre of book and in upper margin towards end, last few leaves wormed, last leaf soiled and repaired at edges

W.F., unidentified arms on first leaf; Law Society, armorial bookplate and ink stamps on first few leaves

Goff B231; H 2599; BMC v 156; GW 3613

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."

From the first Venetian press, set up in 1469 by Vindelinus with his brother Joannes, who died in 1470.