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Täntzer, Johann
Estimate
600 - 900 GBP
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Description
- Two copies of Der Dianen, comprising:
- paper
i. Der Dianen, hohe und niedere Jagd-Geheimnuss. Copenhagen: Conrad Hartwig Neuhoff [Joachim Schmedtgen], 1682-1686, FIRST EDITION, 2 volumes in one, folio (312 x 194mm.), 2 engraved additional titles, second title printed in red and black, vol.1 with 9 folding engraved plates (of 10, lacking one at p.25-6), and numerous engraved illustrations, vol.2 with 15 engraved plates, contemporary vellum, lacking one plate
ii. Another edition. Leipzig: Weidmannischen Buch-Laden, 1734, 2 parts in one volume, folio (345 x 215mm.), half-title, engraved title, printed title in red and black, 59 double-page engraved plates, contemporary blind-stamped pigskin, browned and spotted, binding slightly soiled
ii. Another edition. Leipzig: Weidmannischen Buch-Laden, 1734, 2 parts in one volume, folio (345 x 215mm.), half-title, engraved title, printed title in red and black, 59 double-page engraved plates, contemporary blind-stamped pigskin, browned and spotted, binding slightly soiled
Literature
Lindner 2035.01, 2037.01; 2041.01; Schwerdt IV:91, II:246
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
Schwerdt describes the 1734 edition as "the fourth and best edition".