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Cellarius, Andreas.
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20,000 - 30,000 GBP
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Description
- Harmonia macrocosmica seu atlas universalis et novus. Amsterdam: Pieter Schenk and Gerald Valk, 1708
Third edition, folio (510 x 300mm.), printed title in red and black with woodcut vignette, 29 double-page engraved cosmographical charts in contemporary hand colour, [ Koeman IV, Cel 3], lacking allegorical title and letterpress title with contents, slight staining at outer margin of maps, disbound
Condition
the condition of these books is as described in the catalogue description
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"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 Harmonia macrocosmica is one of the most fascinating achievements from the golden age of Dutch cartography and is the only atlas of the period dealing with Astronomy.