HULSIUS, THEORIA ET PRAXIS, NUREMBERG, 1594

FIRST GERMAN EDITION, 4to (220 x 170mm.), engraved title vignette, 2 engraved heraldic vignettes, folding engraved plate, numerous engraved illustrations in the text, bound in old vellum from a choir book, some headlines trimmed

bought from Robin Halwas, London, 1990

Tomash & Williams H186; USTC 696921; VD16 H5881 

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 notable work on surveying methods and instruments. A Latin edition was published in the same year, with the same illustrations.