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Magini, Giovanni Antonio
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5,000 - 7,000 GBP
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Description
- Magini, Giovanni Antonio
- Italia. Bologna: impensiis ipsius filius auctoris, 1620 [-1632])
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Second edition, folio (502 x 365mm.), engraved title-page, engraved portrait of the author (dated 1632), woodcut initials, 62 engraved maps, 59 double-page, 3 full-page, contemporary vellum, occasional light spotting, map of Romagna with small tear in centre, a few marginal tears and repairs, light damp-staining at foredge, covers slightly warped
The second edition of the first printed atlas of Italy.
It is surprising that the Maginis, having published a wall-map of Italy, did not include a single-sheet general modern map, but only an historical map after Ptolemy. Magini's maps formed the basis for regional maps of Italy for the next fifty years.
The second edition of the first printed atlas of Italy.
It is surprising that the Maginis, having published a wall-map of Italy, did not include a single-sheet general modern map, but only an historical map after Ptolemy. Magini's maps formed the basis for regional maps of Italy for the next fifty years.
Condition
the condition of this lot is as described in the catalogue description
"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
The second edition of the first printed atlas of Italy.
It is surprising that the Maginis, having published a wall-map of Italy, did not include a single-sheet general modern map, but only an historical map after Ptolemy. Magini's maps formed the basis for regional maps of Italy for the next fifty years.
It is surprising that the Maginis, having published a wall-map of Italy, did not include a single-sheet general modern map, but only an historical map after Ptolemy. Magini's maps formed the basis for regional maps of Italy for the next fifty years.