Rare books from Sigedon LTD

Netherlands. . Litterae Societatis Iesu e regno Sinarum
Full title Litterae Societatis Iesu e regno Sinarum ad R. P. Claudium Aquavivam eiusdem Societatis Praepositum Generalem annorum M.DC.X & M.DC.XI. A. R. P. Nicolao Trigautio, eiusdem Societatis, conscriptae Antverpiae, apud Petrum & Ioannem Belleros. M. DC. XV. 
Extremely rare Jesuit account about China.
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By Nicolas Trigault (1577–1628)
Language: Latin.
Imprint: Antwerp: Peter and John Bellerus, 1615.
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Pages: 227, /1/.
Dimensions: 17,4 x 11,3 cm.
Binding: No binding, probable was bound with some other titles. Gilted edges.
Condition: Almost all leaves are heavily browned due to paper aging. A small wormhole and two very tiny holes on the title, do not affect the text. Title scratched, some notes and stamp of the previous owner removed. Provenance: no marks, but acquired with the part of the library of Irish poet William Monk Gibbon.
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Russian Federation. . The science of military consolidation, or Fortification
Полная наука военнаго укрѢпления или ФОРТИФИКАЦIЯ
 In the Russian language.
By Ефим Дмитриевич Войтяховский (Jefim Dimitrievich Voityakhovsky )
Third edition
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The very rare third edition of the military engineering textbook written by Е. Д. Войтяховский, Russian teacher of applied mathematics. The book consists of three parts, each of them dedicated to the specific part of military consolidation. The study is about various military entrenchments and defenses, their durability, and tactical assertions. In the same manner, the author analyses the tactical skills of famous European military engineers and architects. In addition, the book contains numerous folding plates showing detailed plans and strategies.
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Moscow (Москва), Въ Типографiи С. Селивановскаго, 1809
Pp.: [XII] + 360 + 33 folding… Read More

Italy. .  
Metodo in Pratica di Sommario, O sia compilazione delle Leggi, Terminazioni, & Ordini appartenenti agl’Illustrissimi & Eccellentissimi Collegio , e Magistrato[...]
By Giulio Rompiasio

(Compilation of laws, technical terms, and orders introduced by the ministry and college of waters/seas) – In the Italian language. First edition
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Beautiful XVIII century Italian book, 1st edition. This book is critical to the study of the legislation relating to the Venetian Lagoon and maritime law. The work is divided into three parts: the College and the Water Authority; preservation and its Accessory parts; Laguna rivers shores; collection and things employees. The book has a frontispiece with the portrait of Giulio Rompiasio, a title page in red & black letters, and a beautiful folded map of Venice (59 x 34,5 cm).
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VENEZIA (Venice), Bonifacio Viezzeri, 1733.  1st Edition
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Pp.: /18/ + folded map of Venice + 597 + /4/ Size: 28,5 x 21,8 cm
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Binding: Original… Read More

Germany. . Labyrinthi Ab Aegyptiis Positi Lavdes, cum Mvndi A Deo Conditi Encomiis Expensae
In the Latin language. By Georg Stengel

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An extremely rare edition of a 17th-century work written by Georg Stengel, German Jesuit, philosopher, and theologian, member of The Society of Jesus. Stengel believed that all the punishments of God point to the need for implacable persecution of witches on the Franconian model. Stengel wrote 70 Latin and German works, including poems, memoirs, and polemical writings. Among the polemical literature include his treatises against his conversation with Lutheran religious Brothers Jacob Reihing. This is the only copy currently available for sale worldwide

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Ingolstadt, Haenlin, 1628.

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Pp.: [8] + 436 Seiten + [28]

Dimensions: 18 x 12 cm

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Binding: Original vellum binding with blind stamped title and sticker on the spine cover. The covers gilt, gilt is slightly faded due to aging. Minor wax stains and scratches, signs of wear along the… Read More

Austria. . Über die Handlungsweise bey Absetzung der Glieder Kern
On the amputation of limbs
In the German language. By Vincenz von Kern
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Vincenz von Kern, born on January 20, 1760, in Graz and passing away on April 16, 1829, in Vienna, was a prominent Austrian doctor and surgeon whose contributions to the field have left a lasting impact. One notable work that showcases his expertise is a book that provides comprehensive instructions for limb amputation procedures, accompanied by detailed illustrations of the various tools employed in the surgical trade.

Kern's journey in the medical profession began as a surgical assistant in Salzburg, Trieste, and Venice. In 1783, he made a pivotal move to the hospital in Sankt Marx, where he not only practiced medicine but also engaged in absorbing surgical lectures concurrently. Demonstrating exceptional proficiency, Kern attained mastery in surgery and obstetrics in 1784 and received his doctorate in 1790, specializing in chirurgical procedures. His… Read More

. Letters and words Philaret Drozdov
(Letters and words; Life of Sergius of Radonezh…) – In the Russian language
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The book consists of two parts, the first part is about the Moscow Congregation while the second part is about the life of the founder of Троице-Сергиева Лавра – Sergius of Radonezh, spiritual leader and reformer of Russian Orthodox Church. Even though he lived in the mid-14th century (1314 – 1394), the revered monk Сергий was canonized in 1452.
The author, Филарет Дроздов, Metropolitan of Moscow, was a very influential figure in the Russian Orthodox Church in the period from 1821 to 1867. From a bibliophile and historical point of view, the most important feat of Philaret was the translation of the Bible into modern Russian. Extremely rare edition, with no copy given for auction in any major auction houses in Russian Federation.
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Moscow, Сўнодльна Типогрфíа, 1835.
Pp.: [VII] + 520 + /2/ Format: 8vo / Octavo… Read More

Russian Federation. . Sacrarum Religionum Maximae
In the Latin language. First edition.
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Königsberg, Augustae Vindelicorum, 1696.
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Pp: /20/ + 324 + /16/ with copper plate Size: 19 x 16 cm.
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Binding: Original leather binding. Damaged spine extremes, bumped edges. Panels are slightly damaged signs of wear and aging (visible on scans), clamps missing, and cracked spine joints.

Condition: Signature by the previous owner on the flyleaf. Foxing. Paper browning, signs of use.
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Germany. .  
Catalogus Scriptorum Ecclesiasticorum
In the Latin language. By Johannes Trithemius.

 

Cologne, Peter Quentell, 1531.

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"Catalogus Scriptorum Ecclesiasticorum" written by Johannes Trithemius is a significant work in the history of bibliography and ecclesiastical history. Trithemius's dedication to preserving the knowledge of the Church is reflected in the book, which one can translate to "Catalog of Ecclesiastical Writers."

In this comprehensive catalog, Trithemius lists the works of various ecclesiastical writers, providing information on their contributions to theology, philosophy, and other areas of religious scholarship. The work spans centuries, covering a wide range of authors from the early church fathers to Trithemius's contemporaries.

Trithemius's catalog is more than just a mere list. It also offers valuable insights into the intellectual history of the Church. Each entry provides details about the author, including their life, contributions,… Read More

France. . Observations Historiques et Gèographiques Sur les Peuples Barbares qui ont habite les bords du Danube & du Pont-Euxin
(Historical and geographical observations, on the Barbarian peoples who inhabit the banks of the Danube and the Black Sea)
By Claude-Charles de Peyssonnel. In the French language.
From Pp. 241: Voyage a Magnesie, a Thyarie, a Sardes &c Contenant une Relation de ce qu’li y a de plus curieux en Monumens Antiques & beaucoup d’Inscriptions intéressantes, dont plusieurs n’étoient pas connus, avec des Remarques Historiques & Géographiques; By: Peyssonnel, Charles. (Trip to Magnesia, Thyarie, Sardis and other, containing a report of its ancient monuments, common places with historical and geographical notes.) – In the French language. Two volumes in one binding.
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Chez N. M. Tilliard, Librarie, Quais des Augustinus, à Saint Benoît (De l’Imprimerie de C.F. Simon, Imprimeur de la Reine & de l’Archevêché, 1765.
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Pp.: XLIV + 364 + 12… Read More

Hungary. .  Extremely rare South American travel book by Pal Rosti
UTI EMLÉKEZETEK AMERIKÁBÓL. By Pál Rosti (Memories of a Trip to America) – In Hungarian language. First edition.
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The first edition of a travel book written by Pál Rosti, a Hungarian naturalist and pioneer photographer in Latin America. In 1857 Rosti traveled to New York. Then he traveled to Venezuela and Mexico, where he photographed the plantations, towns, general scenery, ancient tree at Popotla, and numerous places of interest in Mexico City. In 1861 Rosti published a full account of the tour, “Uti Emlékezetek Amerikából”. The book was lavishly illustrated with lithographs and engravings by Gusztáv Klette, D. Freemann, and Johann Moritz Rugendas. The majority of the lithographs are based on Rosti’s original photographs and rendered by Gustav Klette. Since the limitations of photography technology of the time, it was impossible to capture moving figures. So, Rosti and/or Klette added human figures to the… Read More

Russian Federation. . Tsitsianov Mathematics Book
Краткое математическое изъяснение землемерия межевого
A brief mathematical explanation of land surveying 
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Typography of the Academy of Sciences, St. Petersburg, 1757.

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An extremely rare, beautiful copy of a very early Russian science book on mathematics from 1757, written by Dmitry Pavlovich Tsitsianov. The Russian Orthodox Church authorized this book as one of the first science books. Titled "A Brief Mathematical Explanation of Land Surveying", this is one of his most notable works, along the translations such as "The History of King Henry the Great, a composition by Herzien Perfix," translated with Andrei Nilov in two parts.
To understand the specific details of Tsitsianov's work, a direct examination of the text is necessary."A Brief Mathematical Explanation of Boundary Surveying" is a crucial historical document. It illuminates the state of mathematical knowledge and its… Read More

Russian Federation. . Explanations of the Gospel Beatitudes
ТОЛКОВАНИЕ БЛАЖЕНСТВ
 

Two Orthodox theological works, bound together: ТОЛКОВАНИЕ БЛАЖЕНСТВ (Explanations of the Gospel Beatitudes) Короткий выбор песен, оставшихся в памяти (Short selection of songs that remained in memory) - In Russian recension of Church Slavonic language.
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St. Petersburg, Alexander Nevsky Lavra, ca. 1722.
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Based on historical records and details and information that can be found in this book, we can conclude, although not with absolute certainty, that this book contains the work that was commissioned, edited, and reviewed by Peter the Great himself in Saint Alexander Nevsky Lavra [monastery] in St. Petersburg as an explanatory part of the Gospel Beatitudes.

There is some indication that the work might have been written by Archbishop Theophan Prokopovich. However, there is no direct indication that the work was printed… Read More

France. . Le grand voyage du pays des Hurons, situé en l’Amerique vers la Mer douce, és derniers confins de la nouvelle France, dite Canada
The great journey in the country of Huron in America on the Georgian Bay, at the confines of New France, called Canada.
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By Gebriel Sagrad Theodat. In the French language.
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The first edition of the main source on the first Recollet missionary mission in Canada in 1615- 29 is based on the experiences of frater Gabriel Sagard Theodat.
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This book documents the rare non-Jesuit missions in America since the Recollect branch was part of the Franciscan order. Detailed descriptions of the voyage, landscapes, wildlife, and plants, as well as the costumes, traditions, rituals, medicine, and songs of the Wyandot (Huron) people.

Sagard - Dictionary
Gabriel Sagard wrote the first French-Huron dictionary between 1623 and 1624 during his stay at the Georgian Bay (then called Mer Douce).
Note:
Please note, there is no dictionary bound to this book,… Read More

Serbia. . Lot of 18th and 19th Century Serbian Books
The book titles are listed below





Explanations of Sunday and Holiday Gospels for Use in Public Schools (Изъяснения воскресных и праздничных евангелий ряды употребления в народных училищах), Stefan Stratimirovic, Royal University of Pest, Buda, 1823.
Trebnik (Требник), Novi Sad, 1887.
Catechism or Elementary Lessons in Christian Law, (Катихизисъ или первоначалное наставленie въ христианскомъ законё), Moscow, Senate Printing House, 1781.
Holiday Stories with Pictures for Students (Приче о празницима са сликама за ученике), Beograd, Štamparija kod Prosvete dok kralj. srp. realke, 1895.
Jovan Đak, a bibliographic record (Јован Ђак: Један биографски запис), u srpskoj književnoj štampariji, 1891.
Grammar of Ancient Greek or… Read More

1984 Russia vs Rest of World Chess Match Of The century Signed

Chess match Russia (USSR) vs Rest of the World London, June 24–30, 1984 called “The Match of the Century”

Originally hand-signed by 19 Chess GrandMasters, most notable Garry Kasparov, Anatoly Karpov, and Bent Larsen.

Alexander Beliavsky
Anatoly Karpov
Anthony Miles
Zoltan Ribl
Viktor Korchnoi
Garry Kasparov
Robert Huebner
Vladimir Borisovich Tukmakov
Ljubomir Ljubojevic
Mikhail Tal
Yuri Razuvaev
Eugenio Torre
Ulf Andersson
Artur Yusupov
Jan Timman
Rafael Vaganian
Lev Polugaevsky
Andrei Sokolov
Oleg Romanishin
John Nunn
Murray Chandler
Bent Larsen
Vasily Smyslov
Yasser Seirawan

Dimensions: 23,5 x 16 cm.

Condition: Please, see scan. All defects and imperfections are visible.

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