- 23
[Grosse, Henning]
Estimate
500 - 700 USD
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Description
- paper
Magica de spectris et apparitionibus spiritu[m]. De Vaticiniis Divinationibus etc. Leiden: Frans Hack, 1656
12mo (4 7/8 x 2 3/4 in.; 124 x 70 mm). Engraved title, woodcut head-pieces and decorative initials; some light spotting. 18th-century tan morocco, triple-fillte border, spine gilt, edges gilt, contemporary ms. note on 3 auction sales of this volume tipped in to front flyleaf; extremities rubbed, one corner torn.
12mo (4 7/8 x 2 3/4 in.; 124 x 70 mm). Engraved title, woodcut head-pieces and decorative initials; some light spotting. 18th-century tan morocco, triple-fillte border, spine gilt, edges gilt, contemporary ms. note on 3 auction sales of this volume tipped in to front flyleaf; extremities rubbed, one corner torn.
Provenance
Henri Burton (bookplate)
Literature
Caillet 4788; Dorbon aîné 1995; Willems 1689
Condition
Engraved title, woodcut head-pieces and decorative initials; some light spottin. 18th-century tan morocco, triple-fillte border, spine gilt, edges gilt, contemporary ms. note on 3 auction sales of this volume tipped in to front flyleaf; extremities rubbed, one corner torn.
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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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
Catalogue Note
Grosse (1553-1621) was an editor and printer in Leipzig. His learned compilation of ghost stories first appeared in 1597.