SCHENCK VON GRAFENBERG, JOHANNES. 1530-1598. Observationes medicae de capite humano. Basel: Frob...

SCHENCK VON GRAFENBERG, JOHANNES. 1530-1598. Observationes medicae de capite humano. Basel: Froben, 1584/1594. 2 parts in 1 volume. 8vo (157 x 100mm). Contemporary vellum, ink titles on spine, yapp fore-edges. Covers soiled, browning throughout, scattered spotting. WITH: Observationum medicarum rararum novarum et monstrosorum libri tertii. Freiburg im Breisgau: Martin Brockler, 1596-1597. Contemporary vellum, ink titles on spine, yapp fore-edges. Covers soiled, browning throughout, scattered spotting. FIRST EDITIONS of these collection of historical case studies. 'Schenck was the greatest compiler of his day. His Observationes form the easiest sourcebook for the pathological observations of Sylvius, Vesalius, and Columbus, and represent a life-time of medical reading and experience' (GM). The first title covers diseases and injuries of the head, including epilepsy and afflictions of the eyes, ears, nose, and teeth. The sources include numerous authors dating back to antiquity. Durling 4107 (first title); Garrison-Morton-Norman 2272 (second title). This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: ¤ ¤ Without reserve For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com For further information about this lot please visit the lot listing