$1,375
Basilius Besler (German, 1561-1629) Four Botanical Prints from the Hortus Eystettensis: Alcea Syriaca Flore Candido, Myrtus latifoliis and Myrtus Tarentina, Iris bulbosa Flore dilato, and Sambucus arborrosea Identified within the plates, c. 1640. Engravings with hand-coloring, sight sizes 18 3/4 x 15 7/8 in. (48.0 x 40.5 cm), framed. Condition: Foxing, subtle rippling, with Latin text on the reverse. Estimate $800-1,200 Frame dimensions are 23 1/2 x 20 1/2 x 7/8 inches each. Labels from The Old Print Shop, New York, on the frame backing papers. Items may have wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2020-07-20
