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Bologna – Schedel
Reference
HA0203
Price
£950
Origin / Age
Nuremburg, Germany ; 1493
Dimensions
Sheet 43cm h x 29.5cm w
A fine decorative incunable leaf of Bononia (Bologna) from Hartmann Schedel's Nuremburg Chronicle with Biscancium (Byzantium) verso. Modern gilt frame.Details
A fine incunable leaf of the medieval Italian city of Bologna from Schedel's Nuremburg Chronicle published by Anton Koberger in 1493 with the reverse showing a smaller view of Byzantium. This major work is a history of the world from the Creation to contemporary times. The work is remarkable for its illustrations, design and its woodcuts and description of cities. The views are some of the earliest representations of towns and cities, with around 116 places being identified by name. The numerous woodcut views, illustrations and maps are made by Michael Wohlgemuth and Wilhem Pleydenwurff and their workshop including Albrecht Dürer.
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