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This sheet is an original map and text page, taken from a section titled "Von dem Teutschen Lande" (Concerning the German Lands) in German. The main feature is a woodcut map illustrating Lake Geneva (Lacus Lemanus or Genffer See), showing the lake's outline and surrounding topography, as well as several cities and towns along the shores, including Genf (Geneva) and Lausanna (Lausanne). The orientation is characteristic of early cartography. The accompanying German letterpress text discusses the lake's properties and the bordering territories, placing it within the geographical context of Switzerland or southern Germany as understood at the time. This topographical and map work originates from a posthumous edition of Sebastian Münster’s renowned Cosmographia, the pivotal 16th-century compendium of world geography and history. Sebastian Münster was a German cartographer, theologian, and cosmographer whose work provided a crucial geographical overview of the world in the Renaissance. His Cosmographia was one of the most successful books of the century, making complex geographical knowledge widely accessible. Artist or Maker: Sebastian Münster Dimensions: Approximately 35 × 22 cm Medium: Woodcut Date: Circa 1570 Condition Report:This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.

Sebastian Münster (1488–1552) – Map of Lake Geneva – Woodcut (Circa 1570)


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This sheet is an original double-page map and text spread, titled "Die Abconterfectur der Schönen und Edlen Statt Tours" (The Representation of the Beautiful and Noble City of Tours). The dominant feature is an elaborate bird's-eye view of Tours, France, depicting the city's streets, buildings, bridges, and the surrounding river and topography. The view is enclosed in a highly decorative Renaissance border featuring stylized male and female figures (possibly satyrs or gods) in the corners and along the sides. A legend below the view identifies key landmarks within the city. This detailed topographical map originates from a posthumous edition of Sebastian Münster’s renowned Cosmographia, the pivotal 16th-century compendium of world geography, which helped define the Renaissance understanding of European cities. Sebastian Münster was a German cartographer, theologian, and cosmographer whose work provided a crucial geographical overview of the world in the Renaissance. His Cosmographia was one of the most successful books of the century, making complex geographical knowledge widely accessible. Artist or Maker: Sebastian Münster Dimensions: Approximately 35 × 44 cm Medium: Woodcut Date: Circa 1570 Condition Report:This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.

Sebastian Münster (1488–1552) – View of the Beautiful and Noble City of Tours – Woodcut (Circa 1570)

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This sheet is an original map and text page, titled "Warhafftige Abconterfectung der Herrlichen und Berümpsten Statt Heydelberg" (True Representation of the Glorious and Famous City of Heidelberg). The dominant feature is a detailed, panoramic bird's-eye city view of Heidelberg, Germany, situated on the River Neckar. The view depicts the walled city, its extensive agricultural surroundings, the river, and the prominent Heidelberg Castle positioned on the hillside. Two coats of arms are included in the upper portion, likely representing the Palatinate region and the city. This detailed topographical and map work originates from a posthumous edition of Sebastian Münster’s renowned Cosmographia, the pivotal 16th-century compendium of world geography, which was essential in visually documenting the cities of the Holy Roman Empire. Sebastian Münster was a German cartographer, theologian, and cosmographer whose work provided a crucial geographical overview of the world in the Renaissance. His Cosmographia was one of the most successful books of the century, making complex geographical knowledge widely accessible. Artist or Maker: Sebastian Münster Dimensions: Approximately 35 × 44 cm Medium: Woodcut Date: Circa 1570 Condition Report:This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.

Sebastian Münster (1488–1552) – True Representation of the Glorious and Famous City of Heidelberg – Woodcut (Circa 1570)

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This sheet is an original text and woodcut page, taken from "Das Sachßte Buch" (The Sixth Book) of a historical cosmography. The page features two distinct woodcut illustrations related to ancient and distant lands. The upper image is a topographical view of the ancient city of Babylon, showing its distinctive architecture, walls, and bridges. The lower, larger illustration is a dramatic scene showing a scaly, mythical beast—known in the text as the Babylonian Dragon—being confronted by a figure in a landscape setting. The surrounding German letterpress text discusses the historical site of Babylon and references the biblical/apocryphal story of Bel and the Dragon. This page originates from a posthumous edition of Sebastian Münster’s renowned Cosmographia, the pivotal 16th-century compendium of world history and geography. Sebastian Münster was a German cartographer, theologian, and cosmographer whose influential work, Cosmographia, systematically provided a geographical and historical overview of the world during the Renaissance period. Artist or Maker: Sebastian Münster Dimensions: Approximately 35 × 22 cm Medium: Woodcut Date: Circa 1570 Condition Report:This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.

Sebastian Münster (1488–1552) – The Sixth Book (Babylon and the Babylonian Dragon) – Woodcut (Circa 1570)

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This sheet is an original text and woodcut page, taken from a section titled "Von Italia" (Concerning Italy). The main image is an allegorical woodcut titled "Die Sibyllischen Weissägerin" (The Sibylline Prophetesses). The scene depicts three nude or semi-nude female figures holding hands and dancing around a tree, representing the Sibyls associated with the ancient Roman prophetic books. The surrounding German letterpress text discusses the origin and history of the Sibylline Books in Rome and Italy. This illustration originates from a posthumous edition of Sebastian Münster’s renowned Cosmographia, the pivotal 16th-century compendium of world history and mythology, which incorporated both classical history and contemporary geography. Sebastian Münster was a German cartographer, theologian, and cosmographer whose influential work, Cosmographia, systematically provided a geographical and historical overview of the world during the Renaissance period. Artist or Maker: Sebastian Münster Dimensions: Approximately 35 × 22 cm Medium: Woodcut Date: Circa 1570 Condition Report:This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.

Sebastian Münster (1488–1552) – Von Italia (The Sibylline Books of Rome) – Woodcut (Circa 1570)

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This sheet is an original text and woodcut page, taken from a section titled "Das Ander Buch" (The Second Book). The prominent central image is a topographical map labeled "Die Statt Offen und Vmbligender Landtßchafft" (The City of Ofen and Surrounding Landscape). The map provides a detailed view of a river valley and the hilly landscape surrounding the town of Ofen (Buda, Hungary, which formed part of the historical region of Swabia, or Schwabenland, in this encyclopedic work's context). The surrounding German letterpress text discusses the geography and historical context of the land, including various castles and towns. This geographical and topographical work originates from a posthumous edition of Sebastian Münster’s renowned Cosmographia, the pivotal 16th-century compendium of world geography, which helped define the Renaissance understanding of European cities. Sebastian Münster was a German cartographer, theologian, and cosmographer whose work provided a crucial geographical overview of the world in the Renaissance. His Cosmographia was one of the most successful books of the century, making complex geographical knowledge widely accessible. Artist or Maker: Sebastian Münster Dimensions: Approximately 35 × 22 cm Medium: Woodcut Date: Circa 1570 Condition Report:This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.

Sebastian Münster (1488–1552) – View of the Swabian Lands – Woodcut (Circa 1570)

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This sheet is an original map and text page, taken from a section titled "Von Italia" (Concerning Italy). The page features a woodcut bird's-eye view of the city of Naples, Italy, which is labeled as "Die Statt Neptun" (The City of Neptune). The view clearly depicts the coastline, the harbor filled with ships, the city's fortifications, and the surrounding topography. A small legend below the image identifies key locations within the city. The German letterpress text discusses the geography and historical significance of the region. This topographical and map work originates from a posthumous edition of Sebastian Münster’s renowned Cosmographia, the pivotal 16th-century compendium of world geography, which helped define the Renaissance understanding of European cities. Sebastian Münster was a German cartographer, theologian, and cosmographer whose work provided a crucial geographical overview of the world in the Renaissance. His Cosmographia was one of the most successful books of the century, making complex geographical knowledge widely accessible. Artist or Maker: Sebastian Münster Dimensions: Approximately 35 × 22 cm Medium: Woodcut Date: Circa 1570 Condition Report:This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.

Sebastian Münster (1488–1552) – View of Naples, Italy – Woodcut (Circa 1570)


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This sheet is an original text and woodcut page, taken from "Das Dritte Buch" (The Third Book), which is the section of the work devoted to the German lands. The page features a large central woodcut illustration depicting various forms of German forest fauna and legendary creatures in a dense woodland setting. The scene includes deer, an elongated wild goat or ibex-like creature, and other animals. The surrounding German letterpress text discusses the nature, history, and customs of the region, including commentary on its unique and marvelous creatures. This illustration originates from a posthumous edition of Sebastian Münster’s renowned Cosmographia, the pivotal 16th-century compendium of world geography, history, and natural history, which was instrumental in recording knowledge about Europe. Sebastian Münster was a German cartographer, theologian, and cosmographer whose work provided a crucial geographical overview of the world in the Renaissance. His Cosmographia was one of the most successful books of the century, making complex geographical knowledge widely accessible. Artist or Maker: Sebastian Münster Dimensions: Approximately 35 × 22 cm Medium: Woodcut Date: Circa 1570 Condition Report:This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.

Sebastian Münster (1488–1552) – Das Dritte Buch (Fauna of German Lands) – Woodcut (Circa 1570)

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This sheet is an original text and woodcut page, titled "Der Statt Rom den Boden und Circkel sampt Thor und Port" (Map of the City and Circle of Rome, including its Gates and Ports). The central feature is a detailed woodcut map providing a topographical view of Rome, Italy, and its immediate surrounding region. The map shows the city within its walls and gates, with geographical features like rivers and regional place names extending outward. The side margins are filled with dense German letterpress text providing descriptions and context for the locations shown. This topographical and map work originates from a posthumous edition of Sebastian Münster’s renowned Cosmographia, the influential 16th-century compendium of world geography, which helped define the Renaissance understanding of European cities. Sebastian Münster was a German cartographer, theologian, and cosmographer whose work provided a crucial geographical overview of the world in the Renaissance. His Cosmographia was one of the most successful books of the century, making complex geographical knowledge widely accessible. Artist or Maker: Sebastian Münster Dimensions: Approximately 35 × 44 cm Medium: Woodcut Date: Circa 1570 Condition Report:This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.

Sebastian Münster (1488–1552) – Map of the City and Region of Rome – Woodcut (Circa 1570)

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This colorful, hand-coloured engraving, titled "Femme des Isles Manilles" (Woman of the Manila Islands), depicts a female figure in stylized traditional attire from the Manila Islands (Philippines). The woman is shown wearing a long, light-colored skirt, a white embroidered blouse, and a large black shawl or wrap draped over her head and shoulders, standing in a minimal, dry landscape. The print is an ethnographic study, typical of the popular late 18th-century travel and costume books that documented peoples from around the globe, and is sourced from Jacques Grasset de Saint-Sauveur's comprehensive work, Encyclopédie des Voyages or Costumes de Différents Pays. Jacques Grasset de Saint-Sauveur was a French writer, diplomat, and artist known for publishing extensive, illustrated ethnographical works intended to document the costumes and characteristics of different global populations. Artist or Maker: Jacques Grasset de Saint-Sauveur Dimensions: Approximately 26 × 20 cm Medium: Hand-coloured Engraving Date: Circa 1797 Condition Report:This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.

Jacques Grasset de Saint-Sauveur (1757–1810) – Woman of the Manila Islands (Femme des Isles Manilles) – Hand-coloured Engraving (Circa 1797)


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This detailed engraving, titled "Le Sariguë Femelle" (The Female Opossum), depicts the marsupial carrying its young clinging to its body and tail in a rocky, semi-exotic landscape. The illustration captures the animal in a defensive or active pose, standing on a ledge overlooking a distant, faintly outlined architectural ruin. The print is sourced from the monumental French publication, Histoire Naturelle, générale et particulière, a vast encyclopedic work on natural history published under the direction of Georges-Louis Leclerc, Comte de Buffon. The plate includes the original attribution to the artist: "De Seve Delin." (Jacques de Sève, delineavit) and "N. Sauvage Sculp." (engraved by). Georges-Louis Leclerc, Comte de Buffon was a celebrated French naturalist, mathematician, and cosmologist. As the director of the Jardin du Roi (Royal Garden), his Histoire Naturelle was one of the most ambitious and influential scientific publications of the Enlightenment, setting new standards for both scientific description and artistic illustration of the natural world and shaping the ideas of naturalists for generations. Artist or Maker: Georges-Louis Leclerc, Comte de Buffon Dimensions: Approximately 26 × 20 cm Medium: Engraving Date: Circa 1765 Condition Report:This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.

Georges-Louis Leclerc, Comte de Buffon (1707–1788) – Le Sariguë Femelle (The Female Opossum) – Engraving

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This detailed engraving, titled "Ouanderou" (The Lion-Tailed Macaque), depicts the primate seated on a rocky outcrop. The animal is shown with its characteristic large, white ruff of fur framing its face, set against a distant landscape featuring a small hut and tropical foliage. The illustration is a characteristic plate from the monumental French publication, Histoire Naturelle, générale et particulière, the vast encyclopedic work on natural history published under the direction of Georges-Louis Leclerc, Comte de Buffon. The plate includes the original attribution to the artist: "De Sève Del." (Jacques de Sève, delineavit) and "Duflos Sculp." (engraved by). Georges-Louis Leclerc, Comte de Buffon was a celebrated French naturalist, mathematician, and cosmologist. As the director of the Jardin du Roi (Royal Garden), his Histoire Naturelle was one of the most ambitious and influential scientific publications of the Enlightenment, setting new standards for both scientific description and artistic illustration of the natural world and influencing generations of naturalists. Artist or Maker: Georges-Louis Leclerc, Comte de Buffon Dimensions: Approximately 26 × 20 cm Medium: Engraving Date: Circa 1765 Condition Report:This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.

Georges-Louis Leclerc, Comte de Buffon (1707–1788) – Ouanderou (The Lion-Tailed Macaque) – Engraving

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This detailed engraving, titled "Mandrill Mâle" (The Male Mandrill), depicts the primate sitting in a profile view in a tropical landscape. The animal is shown next to a large banana plant, providing a visual cue for its exotic origin. The illustration is a characteristic plate from the monumental French publication, Histoire Naturelle, générale et particulière, the vast encyclopedic work on natural history published under the direction of Georges-Louis Leclerc, Comte de Buffon. The plate includes the original attribution to the artist: "I. S. Huet Pinx" (Jean-Baptiste Huet, pinxit) and "Chauveau sculp" (engraved by). Georges-Louis Leclerc, Comte de Buffon was a celebrated French naturalist, mathematician, and cosmologist. As the director of the Jardin du Roi (Royal Garden), his Histoire Naturelle was one of the most ambitious and influential scientific publications of the Enlightenment, setting new standards for both scientific description and artistic illustration of the natural world and influencing generations of naturalists. Artist or Maker: Georges-Louis Leclerc, Comte de Buffon Dimensions: Approximately 26 × 20 cm Medium: Engraving Date: Circa 1765 Condition Report:This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.

Georges-Louis Leclerc, Comte de Buffon (1707–1788) – Mandrill Mâle (The Male Mandrill) – Engraving

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This vibrant, hand-coloured engraving illustrates an exotic bird identified by the French title "Merle, de la Guiane" (Thrush of Guiana). The bird is depicted perched on a stubby branch, showcasing its striking, richly colored plumage, which includes brown and black upperparts, a bright yellow and blue speckled breast, and a deep blue tail. The illustration is set within a yellow border and is identified as originating from the region of Guiana (South America). This plate is an ornithological study from an 18th-century French natural history publication, often related to the works of Georges-Louis Leclerc, Comte de Buffon, or Mathurin Jacques Brisson. François Nicolas Martinet was a prolific French engineer, draftsman, and engraver, specializing in ornithological subjects. His detailed and accurate bird illustrations are considered some of the finest in 18th-century natural history and established the standard for bird portraiture in the age of Enlightenment. Artist or Maker: François Nicolas Martinet Dimensions: Approximately 26 × 20 cm Medium: Hand-coloured Engraving Date: Circa 1760 Condition Report:This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.

François Nicolas Martinet (c. 1725–1804) – Guiana Thrush (Merle, de la Guiane) – Hand-coloured Engraving (Circa 1760)

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This rare graphic work is a preparatory sketch for the creation of set designs for Eduardo De Filippo’s "Il Contratto," which premiered in 1967 at the San Ferdinando Theater in Naples. Although this is a preparatory drawing, it showcases the remarkable artistic quality of Renato Guttuso, evident in his bold black lines that vividly depict tangible realities. This work reflects two key elements of Guttuso's art: his realism, characterized by detailed representation, and his precise exploration of volumes and geometric forms across multiple perspectives. Renato Guttuso, born in Bagheria in 1911 and passed away in Rome in 1987, was an artist deeply engaged in politics and social issues. His art stemmed from socialist ideals and indignation against social injustice and abuses of power. He was part of the Fronte Nuovo delle Arti group, developing a Realist-Expressionist style and creating his "social art." His most notable works of Neorealist art include masterpieces like Fucilazione in Campagna and Fuga dall’Etna. He was also elected senator twice, in 1976 and 1979, for the Italian Communist Party. Artist or Maker: Renato Guttuso Dimensions: 46 cm x 65 cm Medium: Serigraphy Date: c.1967 Condition Report:This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.

Renato Guttuso (1911-1987) – Table with Sausage and Beans – Silkscreen / Serigra

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Renato Guttuso (1911-1987) – Room with Sea View – Silkscreen / Serigraph (c.1967)

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This hand-coloured woodblock engraving, titled "Troy Town", depicts a fanciful but detailed medieval architectural scene representing the legendary rebuilding of the ancient city of Troy. The illustration focuses on a complex, multi-story structure and gate decorated with historical motifs, while workmen utilize a large wooden crane and winch on the upper levels. The street scene below is bustling with figures in 15th-century costume, including a merchant's stall and an apothecary. The entire composition is a highly detailed, scholarly reconstruction of medieval life and architecture, published as a plate in Henry Shaw’s comprehensive antiquarian work, Dresses and Decorations of the Middle Ages from the 7th to the 17th Centuries. Henry Shaw was an English architectural draughtsman, engraver, and antiquary of the 19th century. He was born in London and elected a Fellow of the Society of Antiquaries in 1833. Shaw was highly skilled in various printmaking techniques, including engraving, etching, and wood engraving, which he used primarily to illustrate his own scholarly works on medieval and Renaissance decorative arts, architecture, and costume. His most famous publications include Details of Gothic Architecture and the seminal two-volume Dresses and Decorations of the Middle Ages, establishing him as a prominent figure in 19th-century antiquarian publishing. Artist or Maker: Henry Shaw Dimensions: Approximately 28 × 22 cm&nbsp; Medium: Hand-coloured woodblock engraving Date: 1843 Condition Report:This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.