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Tuscany Book offers
An early, decorative example of medieval printing with hand colored initials, being a leaf from a fragment of
Pantheologia...
printed at Augsburg in 1474 by Zainer.
Bibliographical references: Goff R-6, Gesamtkatalog der Wiegendrucke, 36921.
The literal meaning of the Latin word incunabulum is "infant’s cradle" and alludes to the fact that printing at that time was in its infancy. The fact that a book was printed before 1500 is significant in that its value is much greater than if it had been printed after 1501.
Condition of the Quire: As shown, in good condition. It is on hand-made paper. There is evidence of ageing: light soiling, edge and margin flaws, worm holes, etc. I will mention flaws that cannot be seen on the photographs. Size of the leaf: ca. 16"x 11.25"(405 mm x 290 mm).
Pictured: Both sides of the leaf for sale and the colophon page giving the date of printing.
The colophon leaf is not part of the lot.
Please note: I never restore or treat my items with chemicals to enhance their appearance. Therefore, you can be confident that this item will not deteriorate beyond the natural aging process.
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About Tuscany Books: I have been in this business for over thirty five years. I deal in rare books, prints and maps. All my items are original prints or manuscripts; I carry no reproductions.
My Guarantee: I guarantee my items 100% in authenticity and customer satisfaction.
My return policy: I offer a full money-back guarantee of the purchase price if I am notified within 14 days after the buyer receives the merchandise. I will gladly accept my merchandise back if (1) it is in the same condition as at the time sold and (2) it is mailed back to me with full insurance.