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Ryff, Walther Hermann.
Estimate
2,500 - 3,500 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Der erste (-drit) Theyl der kleynen Teütschen Apoteck, Confect oder Latwergen büchlins... (Strassburg: Samuel Emmel), 1562-1559-1566
3 parts in one volume, 4to (192 x 145mm.), one full-page woodcut, contemporary German blind-stamped pigskin over wooden boards, two clasps, occasional slight soiling or spotting, extremities rubbed, lacking one catch, one strap broken
Literature
Wellcome 5674; Durling 4019; VD16 R3925, R3923 & R3926; cf. Simon BB 576 (1552 edition)
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
These three treatises comprise Ryff's manual of domestic cookery and medicine. He provides recipes for treating various ailments and for convalescents, together with herbal decoctions and the preparation of various pills.