An
extraordinarily rare, large, and beautifully rubricated
incunable leaf, published between 1477 and 1479 in Nuremberg by the
renowned printer and godfather of Albrecht Dürer, Anton Koberger
(c. 1440/45–1513). This exceptional leaf comes from the first edition of Antoninus
Florentinus’ (1389–1459) seminal work, “Summa Sacrae Theologiae”—a
cornerstone of moral theology.
Details:
- Letterpress
text on laid paper of imperial folio size
- Printed
on both recto and verso
- Rich
rubricated capitals, attributed to an unidentified Nuremberg artist
- Complete
with full margins, as originally issued
- Size:
48.5 x 33 cm (sheet)
For
reference, explore six pages from this document on Archive.org: https://archive.org/details/images_KG02_46.
And see the publication’s description as featured by Christie’s Auctions: https://onlineonly.christies.com/s/books-manuscripts-photographs-middle-ages-moon/antoninus-florentinus-1389-1459-19/116504
Condition:
A superb impression with unfaded rubricated embellishments. The leaf is in
excellent condition for its age and size—free of tears, holes, folds,
abrasions, or significant stains. Light age-toning is visible along the edges.
Price:
AU$386 (approx. US$250.86 / €215.24 / £186.85), including worldwide express
shipping.
Please note: Import duties are the buyer’s responsibility.
If
you’re interested in this rare glimpse into 15th-century Nuremberg scholarly
life, don’t hesitate to contact me (oz_jim@printsandprinciples.com).
I’m happy to provide a secure PayPal invoice for a smooth and safe transaction.
This print has been sold
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