[Harsdörffer, Georg Philip].

First edition, 3 parts in one volume, oblong 4to, additional engraved title, printed title within a typographical border, woodcut tail-pieces, 2 folding engraved plates, 41 engravings in the text, contemporary vellum, 2 pages of early manuscript notes at the end, one entitled "Der Gebrahtene Fisch", the other with diagrams, frontispiece shaved at two outer edges, tear in one folding plate repaired with minimal loss, binding slightly soiled

Hroar Dege (lot 329)

Weiss 1449 ("Äussert selten"); Cagle 469

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."

Extremely rare. The Trincir-Buch deals with a wide range of seventeenth-century table manners, including the folding of napkins, the carving, serving and presentation of fowl and fruit, and the ordering of banquets. In the foreword Harsdörffer (1607-1658) acknowledges his debt to both Procacchi and Giegher.