Leonardus de Utino

4to (198 x 148mm.), 404 leaves, a–c¹² d–y⁸ 1–18⁸ 19–20¹², double column, 52 lines, gothic type, 4- to 13-line initials in red, red paraphs and initial strokes, contemporary Hildesheim blind-stamped calf over wooden boards (EDBD w000207, active c. 1450-1517), two clasps, occasional light staining, rebacked, lacking one strap with associated gap on lower cover

Goff L162; HC 16136; BMC vii 1043; BSB-Ink L-116; GW M17910

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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Leonardus de Utino (Leonardo Mattei de Udine, c. 1399-1469) was a Dominican preacher. Numerous editions of his sermons were published during the fifteenth century; this collection was first printed by Ulrich Zel in Cologne and was even mentioned by Rabelais in Gargantua and Pantagruel (chapter 19).

This is one of just three books that are recorded as being printed by Koblinger in Vicenza. He subsequently returned to his native Vienna and continued printing there.