SCHEDEL, LIBER CHRONICARUM, NUREMBERG, JULY 1493, PIGSKIN-BACKED WOODEN BOARDS

Imperial folio (470 x 322mm.), 325 leaves (of 326, without blank leaf at end of De Sarmacia) [*, **6 ***8; a6 b-d4 e-h6 i2 k4 l-n6 o2 p-q6 r-y4 z6 aa-cc6 dd2 ee6 ff4 gg-ii6 kk2 ll4 mm-zz A-K6 L6-2 M6], double column, gothic type, xylographic title-page, 4- to 14-line initial spaces, red initial strokes, numerous woodcut illustrations throughout by Wolgemuth, Pleydenwurff and workshop, including portraits, maps and town views, 5 leaves of De Sarmacia bound between folios CCLXVI and CCLXVII, contemporary wooden boards with later alum-tawed spine, lower cover with contemporary Cologne blind-stamped calf covering [Kyriss 96; Ihesus, c. 1487-1510], vellum manuscript fragments (from a choirbook, France, c. 1280) on inside covers, two catchplates, stubs of pink alum-tawed index tabs, occasional light damp-staining or browning, small stain on fol. 46, small section torn from lower margin of fol. 121, fol. 140 slightly torn, edges friable towards end, lower cover rubbed and defective, lacking both straps, spine defective

Graeflich von Mirbach'sche F.C. [Fideikommiss] Bibliothek zu Harff, bookplate, no. 1738, probably Ernst graf von Mirbach-Harff (1845-1901)

Goff S307; HC 14508; BMC ii 437; BSB-Ink S-195; Bod-inc S-108; GW M40784

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."

A fine copy of Schedel's history of the world from the Creation to his own era.