Ortelius, Abraham.

First edition, first issue, folio (390 x 280mm.), Latin text edition, engraved architectural title, "Catalogus auctorum" with 87 names, 46 (of 53) double-page engraved maps, library stamps on title, later hand-colour, early nineteenth-century half vellum over boards, lacking last leaf (with colophon), title and dedication with loss (repaired), some soiling at margins, lacking maps 1, 5, 13, 23, 24, 29, 30 (Orbis terrarum, Europa, Germania, Saxonia, Franconia (but half-map Monasteriensis Episcopatus present), Bavaria, Nortgoia), 4 maps shaved to neatline at upper margin, map 32 (Italia) with loss at lower fold, hinges weak, binding slightly worn

Cistercian monastery at Bronnbach (south Germany), inscription on title-page; Hofbibliothek Kleinheubach, library stamp on title-page. The monastery at Bronnbach was secularised in 1803 and all their goods passed to the lords of Löwenstein-Wertheim-Rosenberg at Kleinheubach; Norwegian Auction, 1990?

Koeman III, Ort 1a; van der Krogt 31:001A

the condition of this lot is as described in the catalogue description
"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.
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The very rare first issue of the first edition of the first modern atlas.