- 123
Faber Stapulensis, Jacobus
Estimate
3,000 - 4,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- In Aristotelis octo Physicos libros paraphrases [edited by Jodocus Clichtoveus]. Dialogus in physicam introductorius. Paris: Johannes Higman, 1492
- Paper
4to (210 x 142mm.), 308 leaves (of 310), a-z8 [et]10 A-O8 P4, 39 lines plus headline, gothic type, woodcut diagrams (some printed in the margins), woodcut printer's device on final verso (otherwise blank), 3- to 7-line initial spaces with printed guides, modern calf over wooden boards, two clasps, some deckle edges, lacking a1 (text) and l8 (blank), a few small wormholes, occasional light staining
Literature
Goff F12; HC 6839; BMC viii 133; Klebs 591.1; GW 9638
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."
"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 OF LEFEVRE'S FIRST WORK. Lefèvre taught philosophy at the University of Paris from 1490 to 1508, and this work was designed as a handbook for university students providing them with summaries and paraphrases of Aristotle's works on natural philosophy.