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BRANDIS, WOODCUT MAP OF THE HOLY LAND, [1475], EXTRACTED FROM RUDIMENTUM NOVITIORUM
Estimate
25,000 - 30,000 GBP
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Description
- Woodcut map of the Holy Land, extracted from Rudimentum Novitiorum. [Lübeck: Lucas Brandis, 5 August 1475]
Hand-coloured woodcut map of the Holy Land on 2 joined leaves (408 x 580mm.), printed from two woodblocks, letterpress text on verso of one leaf, early manuscript folio number (CLXIII) at head of right hand page, repaired and restored, neat manuscript facsimile at corners
Condition
2 separate leaves now joined (408 x 580mm.), printed from two woodblocks, letterpress text printed on verso of left hand side, early manuscript folio number (CLXIII) at head of right hand page, restored around edges and with missing sections restored at lower left corner of each page and upper right hand corner of left side in careful manuscript facsimile
"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."