Horus Apollo (4 results)

Vellum. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. Jehan (Jean) Cousin or Jean Goujin (illustrator). 1st Edition. Please email for Photographs or further information. Very Good - Contemporary vellum, panelled in blind with central arabesque medallion; small losses at head and foot of spine; covers mildly darkened and spotted as usual, binding firm. Title-page with faint tide-mark to upper edge, light occasional browning, margins wide and woodcuts with strong impressions. Early ink ownership inscription on title and front flyleaf ("Delvans Ron Caislay", indistinct). Complete with both "Tables", full text of Books I and II, and final blank. A handsome and complete example of the first bilingual edition of Horapollo's Hieroglyphica, a key emblematic and Egyptological text of the Renaissance. Format: Contemporary vellum, 8vo (approx. 151 × 98mm). Language: Latin and French (parallel columns) References: Adams H-852 · BM STC (French) 1470-1600, p.230 · Brunet III, 343 · Graesse III, 336 · Landwehr French, Italian, Spanish & Portuguese Emblem Books 389 · Praz, Studies in Seventeenth-Century Imagery, pp.285-287. . 1574 1st Bilingual (Latin-French) Edition , ORI APOLLINIS NILIA CI DE SACRIS ĈGYPTIORVM NOTIS, Ĉgyptiacè expressis, Libri duo, Iconibus illustrati, & aucti. Nunc primùm in Latinum ac Gallicum sermonem conversi. By Horapollo Nilus (Horus Apollo) Author Bio: An Egyptian grammarian and philosopher whose enigmatic treatise, Hieroglyphica, purports to explain the sacred symbolic writing of the Egyptians. Rediscovered in the early 15th century and first printed in 1505, the text became a cornerstone of Renaissance emblematic and Hermetic thought, influencing art, philosophy, and the study of symbolism for centuries. Illustrated By: Jehan (Jean) Cousin or Jean Goujin Illustrator Bio: Synopsis: The Hieroglyphica of Horapollo is a two-book compendium decoding Egyptian hieroglyphs as moral and allegorical symbols?linking natural forms with divine and philosophical ideas. This 1574 Paris printing is the first edition in both Latin and French, illustrated with emblematic woodcuts, and represents a key link between ancient Egyptian mysticism and Renaissance humanism. Its influence pervaded emblem books, alchemical iconography, and the arts of the 16th and 17th centuries. Binding: Vellum, Octavo (Standard) (8vo 6 × 9 in 152 × 229 mm ) Note: Binding/size selection follows standard bibliographic conventions and is approximate; exact measurements may vary. Collation: *? A-N? O? (O4 blank); [8] prelims (title, typographus, tables), 107 leaves main text, [1] index, [1] blank. Language: Latin/French Published By: Apud Galeotum à Prato, & Ioannem Ruellium, via Iacobĉa, Paris Condition Report: Dust Jacket: No Jacket, Dust Jacket Condition: No Jacket Very Good - Contemporary vellum, panelled in blind with central arabesque medallion; small losses at head and foot of spine; covers mildly darkened and spotted as usual, binding firm. Title-page with faint tide-mark to upper edge, light occasional browning, margins wide and woodcuts with strong impressions. Early ink ownership inscription on title and front flyleaf ("Delvans Ron Caislay", indistinct). Complete with both "Tables", full text of Books I and II, and final blank. A handsome and complete example of the first bilingual edition of Horapollo's Hieroglyphica, a key emblematic and Egyptological text of the Renaissance. Format: Contemporary vellum, 8vo (approx. 151 × 98mm). Language: Latin and French (parallel columns) References: Adams H-852 · BM STC (French) 1470-1600, p.230 · Brunet III, 343 · Graesse III, 336 · Landwehr French, Italian, Spanish & Portuguese Emblem Books 389 · Praz, Studies in Seventeenth-Century Imagery, pp.285-287. . SKU: BTETM0002619 Shipping Info: Approximate Package Dimensions H: 12.5, L: 30, W: 25 (Units: cm), W: 2Kg Tracked Shipping, Insurance Coverage as per Customer Request.

Couverture rigide. Condition: Assez bon. Edition originale. in 12, de 1f. XVI-326pp-1f., pl. basane marbrée époque, dos orné, taches d'encre en marge du f. de titre, rousseurs. Edition originale de la traduction de Réquier. Le texte des hiéroglyphes d'Horapolle est le seul traité ancien qui nous soit parvenu sur les hiéroglyphes, et il a été longtemps la limite des connaissances sur la signification des hiéroglyphes. Caillet 9318 "la collection des hiéroglyphes est attribuée à Philippe , qui lui-même, dit les avoir traduit de la langue égyptienne. Il vivait dans le XVe siècle.".

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. 12mo. [8], 107, frontis, 196 ill. Parallel Latin and French. Quarter bound in fine early 20th century quarter green Moroccan. Gilt spine. 5 raised bands. Speckled boards. Marbled end pages. Silk ribbon. Printers device on final blank. Clean, unmarked pages with minimal tanning. Inlaid auctions slips from 1936 and 1940 of this book at auction and the 1551 edition. Harvard Mortimer (French) 316; Brunet III, 343; Adams H852. Hieroglyphica is a text extant from the early medieval period ascribed to Horapollo (Horus Apollo), but it may be a pseudepigraph. The text of the Hieroglyphica consists of two books, containing a total of 189 explanations of Egyptian hieroglyphs. The books profess to be a translation from an Egyptian original into Greek by a certain Philippus, of whom nothing is known. The text was discovered in 1419 on the island of Andros and by the end of the 15th century, the text became immensely popular among humanists. The Greek text is not in this edition, which reproduces the engravings from the 1551 edition, with some additions and a nice frontispiece (Brunet). The frontispiece is attributed, by Didot, in his essay on the woodcut gives it as the most elegant woodcut that surrounds the title page and attributes the work to Jean Cousin. Papillion, adds further, that all the figures of this book are from the same artist. (from auction slip).

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 1857. 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:- 58, 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. 58 58.