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1732 MATHEMATICS 5 VELLUM VOLS ANTIQUE MECHANICS OPTICS ASTRONOMY ARCHITECTURE - Wolff, C. Elementa matheseos universae. Editio nova, priori multo auctior et correctior. (Foundations of all mathematical sciences) 5 vols. Geneva, Bousquet; 1732-41 Size 8 by 10” Complete with engraved portrait frontis and 163 folded copper plates. Original full vellum with manuscript title to the spines. All spines with damages. Good interior, some toning Christian Wolff (1679-1754) was the most important German philosopher between Leibniz and Kant. His greatest achievement was perhaps to leave behind a complete work that encompasses almost all areas of knowledge and which he recorded and described using his deductive mathematical method. This made him an outstanding figure of the German Enlightenment. The work presented here was rewritten by him and significantly expanded. In addition to the title (”Foundations of all mathematical sciences”), it also covers the areas of mechanics, hydraulics, optics, astronomy, geography, hydrography, gnomonics, pyrotechnics, architecture, etc. The final fifth volume contains a detailed index as well as bibliographical information on older mathematical works. Text in Latin. 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.