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Aldrovandi, Ulisse
Estimate
1,200 - 1,800 GBP
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Description
- De animalibus insectis libri septem. Bologna: G.B. Bellagamba, 1602
- Paper
FIRST EDITION, folio (350 x 234mm.), engraved title and portrait of the author, numerous woodcut illustrations in text, errata leaf and colophon leaf at end, contemporary vellum gilt, gilt arms in centre of a Germanic royal or nobleman with azured stamped cornerpieces, gilt edges, the fore-edge with Greek cross burnt into the gilt, damp-stained, title with very slight loss and crude repair on verso, binding slightly worn
Literature
BMNH I, p.26; Nissen ZBI 66
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
This is one of only four of the volumes of Aldrovandi's (1522-1605) zoological encyclopaedia to be published in his lifetime.