Hayton [or Haythonus]

FIRST LATIN EDITION, 4to (192 x 143mm.), title within woodcut border, printer's device on final leaf, nineteenth century speckled boards, spine gilt, some browning, edges a little trimmed, scattered pen notes, minor stains

Löwendahl 5; VD16 H 870

Condition is described in the main body of the catalogue, 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.
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First Latin edition of Les fleurs des hystoires de la terre d'Orient, by Hayton, the Prince of Gorhigos (c. 1235-1314). It was originally taken down at Poitiers by Nicholas Faulcon of Toul in 1307 and published c. 1510. An important "account of the geography of Asia and history of the Mongol Khans" (Löwendahl).