Pontanus, Johannes Jovianus

8vo (160 x 95mm.), contemporary Italian blind-tooled morocco over pasteboard with stubs of alum-tawed ties, early manuscript notes at end, first two leaves detached, a1_8 shorter, a few wormholes in first and last few leaves with some loss of text, occasional slight water-damage, binding somewhat worn and wormed with knife cuts along the edges of the central panel

Censimento 16 CNCE 28715; Pettas, Giunti of Florence, p.197

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.
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The condition of the binding means that the binding structure can be seen clearly. The book is sewn on two leather thongs which are laced into the boards and the lacings covered with a small square of paper.