Albrecht (1547) Glockendon Sold at Auction Prices

Facsimile, Prayer Book by Albrecht Glockendon, Munich, 2010

Albrecht Glockendon (c. 1495 – 1545) - Illuminist, Illustrator and print cutter The prayer book for John II and Beatrice of Palatinate-Simmern Facsimile edition of the manuscript; preserved today in the Munich State Library Editing and scientific commentary by Ulrich Merkel Published in Faksimile Verlag, Munich, 2010 Limited Edition: ex. 172/980 26 sheets, 9 large miniatures, 19 initials, three-sided gilt edges Brown, leather binding, cover and back board decorated with gold embossed borders; library signature upper left Commentary with brown linen-binding and gold-embossed title on spine and cover Accompanying the original leather box Dimensions of the box: 21.6 x 17 x 6.2 cm Very good condition The original was made between 1532/33; the story of King David and comes dressed in the splendid garments of the 16th century. The richly illustrated manuscripts of the middle ages increasingly losing importance since the early 16th century. Estimate by Auctionata Expert: 1,000 Euro Condition: The facsimile and commentary are in impeccable condition. The leather-covered box shows two small scratches. The facsimile measures 14.5 x 10.8 cm. The dimensions of the box are 21.6 x 17 x 6.2 cm. (bde) Shipping costs excl. statutory VAT and plus 2,5% (+VAT) shipping insurance.