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Celestial Charts--[Bayer, Johann]
Estimate
3,000 - 4,000 GBP
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Description
- A collection of 8 charts. [Augsburg, 1603], together 8 charts engraved by Alexander Mair, each approx. 314 x 406mm., contemporary hand colour, heightened in gold
- Hand colored Engravings on paper
Literature
Warner Sky Explored, pp.18-19
Condition
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."
"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
Published in the first edition of his Uranometria, Bayer was the first to use Greek letters to identify the more important stars in each constellation - a method still used today.
The set consists of: 3 (Draco), 4 (Cepheus), 16 (Aquila), 20 (Andromeda), 23 (Taurus), 25 (Cancer), 32 (Aquarius), 41 (Centaurus).