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BONIFACIUS VIII. Sexti libri materia cum capitulorum numero. Paris, Thielman Kerver for Jean Petit & Jean Cabiller, 1513 cclvxxiv, (12) lvs. With woodcut printer's mark on title page & 3 nearly full-page woodcuts. (First 4 lvs. lack, incl. title) Bound with: CLEMENS V. Clementinarum materia cum capitulorum & titulorum numero. Paris, Thielman Kerver for Jean Petit & Jean Cabiller, 1513 cx, (6) (last blank) lvs. With woodcut printer's mark on title & large woodcut Bound with: JOHANNES XXII. Extravagantes XX. Paris, Thielman Kerver for Jean Petit & Jean Cabiller, 1513 lxii, (4) lvs. With woodcut printer's mark Bound with: Id. Extravagantes communes Paris, Thielman Kerver for Jean Petit & Jean Cabiller, 1513 lx, (4) (last blank) lvs. With woodcut printer's mark 4 parts in one volume Old blind-tooled diced doeskin over wooden boards, fore-edge decoration with title in ink. Binding worn, upper joint repaired, lacks clasps Excellent, clean interior Collection of decretals which form a major part of the Corpus Iuris Canonici. The Liber Sextus of Boniface VIII (1298), the Clementinae (1317), the Extravagantes of John XXII (1325), and the Extravagantes communes (c.1500) Printed in red & black, text in two columns The woodcuts on verso of titles I and II depict the authors in their scriptorium - Adams B2434, C2192, J292 (last work not in Adams); Schulte II, 34, 45, 53; LTK II, 589-590.- Size 7 by 8 3/4 inches Text in Latin ==================================== Please see my other auctions Thank You Refund Policy: We will issue a FULL REFUND, 100% money back if you are not satisfied with your purchase. Items must be returned to us within 20 days in order to receive a refund or replacement. Buyer is responsible for shipping costs. Powered by SixBit's eCommerce Solution
Amber Kolakowski
This stunning 16th-century canon law collection is a true treasure for history and book lovers! The detailed woodcuts, including the printer’s marks and full-page illustrations, add incredible charm. Despite minor missing leaves, the craftsmanship and historical significance shine through. Holding a piece of legal and printing history from 1513 feels awe-inspiring—perfect for collectors who appreciate rare, antique texts. The binding of multiple works by Jean Petit makes it even more special. A remarkable find!