Compilatio Astrorum Scientia Decem Continens by Leopoldus (2 results)

Hardcover. Condition: Good. 4to (200x138 mm), recent gilt-stamped calf to style, original coloured edges, a clean and well preserved copy (leaves signed d3, e6 and e7 shaved at top, just touching a few letters, slight stain on k7 with loss of a few letters). Gothic type, 109 ff. (of 110, lacking final blank), 40 lines, full-page woodcut illustration of an armillary sphere on a2, 35 large illustrations depicting the gods and constellations, 1/3-page illustrations of the 12 signs of the zodiac (plus a smaller series occurring three times), 54 half-page astronomical diagrams, of which 2 are printed in red and black. First edition the only incunable - of this medieval treatise on astrology and meteorology, based on the writings of Albumasar. The section entitled De mutatiore aeris describes the weather signs used by the peasants of the 13th century and gives general descriptions of winds, thunder etc. Ratdolt specialised in printing works on astronomy, and collaborated with the distinguished mathematician Johann Angelis. Hain 10042; BMC II, 382, Goff L185; Zinner 364. Stillwell L161 (under Leupoldus); Klebs 601.1.

Leather Bound. Condition: New. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2025, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1489. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Pages:- 109, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 109.