- 4714
Rocca, Angelo (1545-1620).
Estimate
700 - 1,000 GBP
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Description
- Bibliotheca Apostolica Vaticana a Sixto V Pont. Max. in splendidiorem, commodioremque locum translata... commentario. Rome: Typographia Apostolica Vaticana, 1591
4to (216 x 156mm.), [44], 424, [46]pp., title printed in red and black, illustration: engraved device on title-page, 2 folding engraved plates, woodcut initials and illustrations, binding: eighteenth-century calf, spine gilt in compartments, morocco lettering-piece, lacking hhh1, one engraved plate slightly torn at edges, A1 repaired at foot, small hole in last leaf (affecting text)
Literature
Censimento 16 CNCE 33796; Adams R627
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
Rocca was Vatican Librarian and the founder of the Biblioteca Angelica at Rome.