Lot 157
  • 157

Pistofilo, Bonaventura

Estimate
1,000 - 1,500 GBP
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Description

  • Il torneo... nel teatro di Pallade. Bologna: Clemente Ferroni, 1627 (1626)
  • Paper
4to (232 x 162mm.), half-title, engraved title-page, engraved portrait of the author, woodcut initials and tailpieces, typeset music, full-page engraved illustrations, contemporary vellum, a few leaves browned or slightly foxed, spine slightly defective

Literature

Cicognara 1433; Cockle 918; Lipperheide 2959

Condition

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.
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

FIRST EDITION. Pistofilo describes drills with the spear and the pole-axe for knights in armour, and provides notation for drum music.