LEUPOLDUS, COMPILATIO DE ASTRORUM SCIENTIA, VENICE, 1489, MODERN CRUSHED MOROCCO

4to (188 x 138mm.), 109 leaves (of 110, without final blank), a-n8 o6, 41 lines, gothic type, woodcut initials, woodcut illustrations (a couple printed in red), modern crushed brown morocco, last few leaves slightly stained

ISTC il00185000; Zinner 364

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."

First edition of Leopold of Austria's compilation in ten books of translations from Arabic authors, written in the thirteenth century, and elegantly printed by Ratdolt with numerous woodcut diagrams and illustrations.