Beautifully illuminated incunable of the Natural History
Pliny the Elder, 1479
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Price Realised USD 75,000
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USD 30,000 - USD 50,000
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Beautifully illuminated incunable of the Natural History
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First 3 leaves with inner margins repaired, occasional minimal spots, final leaf with some worming. 17th-century Italian reddish-brown morocco, covers elaborately gilt with empty shield at center; lacking ties, subtle repairs to spine.
For more information on this lot, please contact: Rhiannon Knol 212-636-2664 rknol@christies.com
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Lot 3Sale 19026
Pliny the Elder, 1479Beautifully illuminated incunable of the Natural HistoryEstimate: USD 30,000 - 50,000
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