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Ortelius, Abraham
Estimate
40,000 - 60,000 GBP
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Description
- Theatrum orbis terrarum. Antwerp: Jan Baptist Vrients, 1603
- PAPER
Latin text edition, 3 parts in one volume, folio (485 x 297mm.), allegorical engraved title, 154 (of 156) double-page engraved maps with contemporary hand-colour, some maps heightened in gold, contemporary armorial red morocco gilt, upper cover embossed with the date '1607', title repaired at outer edge, map 36 remargined, C4v in the Nomenclator with small stain affecting a few letters, light marginal soiling, lacking maps 133 and 134 (see footnote), minor worming, repairs to spine ends, lightly rubbed
Provenance
Peter Vok of Rosenberg [Petr Vok z Rožmberka] (1539-1611), arms on upper and lower cover
Literature
Koeman III, Ort 36; Van der Krogt 31:053
Condition
Condition is described in the main body of the catalogue, 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
The parts comprise:
Theatrum: engraved title with arms of Philip II of Spain on verso, engraved epitaph incorporating miniature portrait of Ortelius, engraved portrait of Ortelius, 118 double-page engraved maps
Parergon: printed title within woodcut architectural border, 36 (of 38) double-page engraved maps ("Ordines Sacri Romani Imp", lacking upper and lower sheet)
Nomenclator ptolemaicus: printed title with engraved vignette