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Ortelius, Abraham
Estimate
50,000 - 70,000 GBP
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Description
- Ortelius, Abraham
- Theatrum orbis terrarum. Antwerp: Jan Baptist Vrients, 1603
- paper
Three parts in one volume, folio (475 x 310mm.), 156 double-page engraved mapsheets, fine dark impressions, contemporary annotations in ink on some margins, contemporary calf, some occasional marginal soiling, a few maps lightly browned, binding slightly stained
The three parts comprise:
Theatrum, engraved title with the arms of Phillip II of Spain on verso, engraved epitaph incorporating a miniature portrait of Ortelius, engraved portrait of Ortelius and 118 mapsheets
Parergon, printed title within woodblock architectural border and 38 mapsheets
Nomenclator Ptolemaicus, printed title and engraved vignette
A fine example of this Latin edition published by Jan Baptist Vrients. It is one of the most complete issues of the Theatrum and includes both the 'Parergon' and 'Nomenclator'.
The three parts comprise:
Theatrum, engraved title with the arms of Phillip II of Spain on verso, engraved epitaph incorporating a miniature portrait of Ortelius, engraved portrait of Ortelius and 118 mapsheets
Parergon, printed title within woodblock architectural border and 38 mapsheets
Nomenclator Ptolemaicus, printed title and engraved vignette
A fine example of this Latin edition published by Jan Baptist Vrients. It is one of the most complete issues of the Theatrum and includes both the 'Parergon' and 'Nomenclator'.
Literature
Koeman III, Ort 36: Van der Krogt 31:053
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
A fine example of this Latin edition published by Jan Baptist Vrients. It is one of the most complete issues of the Theatrum and includes both the 'Parergon' and 'Nomenclator'.