- 87
Libavius, Andreas.
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Alchemia. Frankfurt: Johann Sauer for Peter Kopf, 1597, first edition, woodcut device on title, manuscript notes in an early hand, [Adams L634; Ferguson II p.31, Wellcome I, p.3771], title crudely repaired, second leaf torn with slight loss, some soiling, fraying, browning and damp-staining
- Paper
Ibid. Commentationum metallicarum libri quatuor. Frankfurt: Johann Sauer for Peter Kopf, 1597, woodcut device on title [Adams L635; Wellcome I, p.3772], some soiling, fraying, browning and damp-staining
Two works bound in one volume, 4to (197 x152mm.), nineteenth-century half calf, spine and corners rubbed
Two works bound in one volume, 4to (197 x152mm.), nineteenth-century half calf, spine and corners rubbed
Provenance
Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland, inkstamp on two leaves
Condition
Condition is described in the main body of the catalogue, 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
The Alchemia was both the first chemical text book and one of the most popular alchemical works of its time.