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Porcacchi, Tommaso
Estimate
3,000 - 4,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Porcacchi, Tommaso
- L'isole piu famose del mondo... intagliate da Girolamo Porro... con l'aggiunta di molte isole. Venice: apresso gli heredi di Simon Galignani, 1605
- paper
3 parts in one volume, folio (285 x 195mm.), engraved architectural title and 48 maps and plans in text engraved by Girolamo Porro, contemporary vellum over boards, original silk marker, a few marginal annotations, some light browning and marginal soiling
The Isole più famose del mondo was one of the most popular atlases of the late sixteenth century, treating the world as a collection of islands.
The Isole più famose del mondo was one of the most popular atlases of the late sixteenth century, treating the world as a collection of islands.
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
The Isole più famose del mondo was one of the most popular atlases of the late sixteenth century, treating the world as a collection of islands.