Ortelius, Abraham.

3 parts in one volume including Parergon and Nomenclator Ptolemaicus (dated 1608), large folio (490 x 305mm.), engraved architectural title with arms of Philip of Spain on verso, engraved portrait of Ortelius, engraved title to Parergon and vignette world map on title of Nomenclator, 166 double-page engraved general and regional maps (128 in the Theatrum and 38 in the Parergon), contemporary vellum-backed boards, title, preliminaries and last few pages torn and frayed, marginal softening of paper, some light marginal staining, a few maps with splits at lower folds (without loss), map 12 and 14 (Vrients and Boazio maps of England and Ireland) with shaved side margins (as usual), map 97 (Ancona) with small rust-hole, some towns and routes marked in outline colour and underlining on some text, hinges weak, last few pages loose, text block becoming detached, binding worn

van der Krogt, 31:055; Koeman III Ort 41

the condition of this lot is as described in the catalogue description
"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.
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The last and most complete of the Latin editions of the Theatrum, the plates being purchased by Plantin from the widow of Jan Baptist Vrients, who had obtained the plates from the sale of Ortelius' stock in 1600.