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World--[Reisch, G.
Estimate
2,500 - 3,500 GBP
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Description
- Untitled world map. Strassburg?, 1504], 280 x 410mm., folding woodcut map of the world, windhead slightly shaved at left-hand side
Literature
Shirley 22 (Reisch 1); cf. Nordenskiöld Facsimile Atlas, p.40
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
This Ptolemaic world map was just one of a variety of maps published in Margarita philosophica, the first modern encyclopaedia to appear in print, and published in various editions from 1503. Rather crudely drawn, this map shows no hint of the discovery of the Americas displayed in the contemporary maps by Giovanni Contarini and Johannes Ruysch (1506 and 1508). There is a note on the map indicating the southern extension of Africa.