Author: Ziegler (Cieglerus), Georg
Title: [Antique book published 1652] Konst-spigel der Weereldlikke vermaken. Vertoonende het wonderlik gewoel der kaizeren, koningen, vorsten en geleerde lieden, om te koomen tot de bezittinge van het hoogste goed (...).
Description: Amsterdam, Niclaes Franzen (colofon: Christoffel Cunradus), 1652. 12o, 18th century vellum with curled edges, smooth back. Rear cover slightly rubbed, front hinge repaired. [10] 621 [21] pp. Gothic and italic Dutch text. Illustrated with engraved titlepage and 17 engravings attributed to Chrispijn de Passe de Jonge. Small waterstains and tears, tear on p. 621 reinforced. First Dutch translation of this beloved book on fortunes and misfortunes of the renowned rulers and other persons during the centuries. The engravings show violent scenes, accidents, murders, etc.B2313.

Keywords: Early printings|History|Monarchs|Nobility|The Netherlands