A Newly Discovered Book with Painted Decorations from Willibald Pirckheimer's Library. Harvard Library Bulletin Vol. I, No. 1. Winter 1947 Offprint

Philip Hofer

Publication Date: 1947

About this Item

A rare book was identified in 1945 as coming from the library of 16th century influential humanist Pirckheimer. In this Offprint from the Harvard Library Bulletin, Philip Hofer discusses the book's background and likelihood that the illustrations were done by contemporary and friend Albrecht Durer. 8 black & white illustrations. Stapled wraps are lightly faded and worn at edges; small shallow creases at corners, 1 with small nick; 3 inch spattering of small stains. Pages with illustrations have light damp-stains. 16 pages, 6 3/4" x 10". Seller Inventory # 104894

Bibliographic Details

Title: A Newly Discovered Book with Painted ...

Publication Date: 1947

Binding: Soft cover

Condition: Fair

Dust Jacket Condition: No Jacket