Lot 184
  • 184

Vaenius, Otto

Estimate
300 - 400 GBP
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Description

  • Amoris divini emblemata. Antwerp: Nutius and Meursius, 1615
  • paper
4to (200 x 155mm.), FIRST EDITION, engraved title vignette, 60 full-page copperplate emblems by Vaenius, red morocco label gilt to spine, contemporary vellum, some manuscript annotations, including to title, splitting at gutter, edges browned, covers bowed

Provenance

William O'Brien, bequest booklabel dated 1899

Literature

Landwehr, Emblem Books in the Low Countries 837

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."