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1602 ICONES & VITAE PAPARUM ANTIQUE 300 WOODCUT ILLUSTRATIONS OF POPES - Megiser, H. Icones & Vitae Paparum: ... ad Petro, usque ad Clementem IIX ... Frankfurt/Main, Brathering; 1602 With over 300 portrait and coat of arms woodcuts. 8 leaves, 639 pages 19th century hardcover with some gilding on the spine. VD17 3:006315U. First edition of the richly illustrated work on all popes since Apostle Peter. Every page with typographical border Good condition, lacks back endpaper Size 3 3/4 by 5 1/2” Text in Latin Hieronymus Meser was ”a scholar of competent and varied knowledge and rich travel experience [he] distinguished himself as the author of historical, geographical, philological and poetic works. He published the first edition of Enenkel's Furstenbuch, the first German edition of Marco Polo's travels, the first travel guides (Venice, Naples), the first Turkish grammar. A remarkable collectible, offering historical significance and aesthetic appeal. Ideal for the discerning collector or as a unique display piece. Please make all inquiries before bidding. All lots are sold ”as-is”, refer to our T&C. Helios Auctions will ship all lots domestically for $25.00 per lot. Combined and international shipping are available. The rates will be provided upon request.