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Kircher, Athanasius
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Kircher, Athanasius
- China monumentis. Antwerp: Jacob Meurs, 1667
- paper
Folio (320 x 202mm.), engraved pictorial title, portrait, 2 double-page maps, 23 plates (one folding), and 54 engraved illustrations, leaf with list of books by Kircher at end, contemporary calf, [Löwendahl 132-133], some tears and repairs not affecting text (e.g. Z2, Aa1, Aa4), some leaves spotted or browned, binding worn
Condition
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.
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
"One of the most influential books in shaping the European conception of China in its day" (Löwendahl). This edition, printed by Jacob Meurs in the same year as the first edition (by Waesberge and Weyerstraet), is described by Löwendahl as a counterfeit, or pirated, edition with some omissions and alterations in the text.