Lot 39
  • 39

Lateran Council

Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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Description

  • Sa. Lateranen. Concilium novissimum sub Iulio II et Leone X celebratum. (Rome: Giacomo Mazzocchi, 25 October 1520; errata: 31 July 1521)
  • Paper
folio (290 x 200mm.), large woodcut depicting the council on title-page, N1 and mm3, woodcut initials and illustrations, eighteenth-century calf, spine gilt in compartments, a few early annotations, a few pencil markings by Mendham, small repair at head of A3, tear in dd2 across edge of printed area without loss, binding worn

Provenance

"N", bishop and count of Verdun, early inscription at foot of title-page (probably Nicolas Psaume, 1518-1575, who attended the Council of Trent); J.G. Michiels, eighteenth-century ink stamp on title-page and engraved bookplate with initials "IGM" (ie Michiels) by Louis Fruijtiers

Literature

Censimento 16 CNCE 13059; Sander 2081; Mendham R199

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."

Catalogue Note

The Fifth Lateran Council (1512-1517), held under Julius II and Leo X, was the last ecumenical council to be held before Luther published his 95 theses at the end of 1517. The tenth session included details on the censorship of books to keep them in line with Catholic doctrine and away from errors of faith.