Rare Facsimile of Adrien le Chartreux, De Remediis utriusque fortunae
[Cologne, Ulrich Zell, ca. 1470]We are pleased to offer this beautifully crafted facsimile of De Remediis utriusque fortunae (“Remedies for Good and Bad Fortune”) by Adrien le Chartreux (Adrian of Utrecht), originally printed around 1470 by Ulrich Zell in Cologne—one of Europe’s earliest and most important printers.
In this thought-provoking text, Adrien le Chartreux offers timeless guidance on handling both success and hardship with wisdom and balance. Drawing on Christian and classical traditions, the author explores how to remain virtuous and resilient through life’s changing fortunes.
T he Original Edition
Ulrich Zell was a pioneering printer active just a few decades after Gutenberg. His editions are highly valued for their role in spreading early printed books across Europe. The original De Remediis stands out as an important example of incunabula—books printed before 1501—reflecting the early days of movable type.
Opus Fine Arts London Facsimile
This facsimile has been professionally handbound by us using high-resolution scans taken from the copy held at the Bibliothèque de l’Assemblée Nationale, Paris, France . These scans capture every detail of the original ca. 1470 edition, including the gothic typeface and authentic page layout, resulting in a precise and faithful reproduction. The binding is crafted in a style inspired by fifteenth-century bookmaking, creating a beautiful and durable volume perfect for study, reference, or display.This facsimile is perfect for collectors, historians, and anyone fascinated by the history of books. It offers the chance to experience a rare and influential text in a format that’s accessible, durable, and visually striking.
Pages/Dimensions: 20x14cm - 320 pages
Limited to just 99 Deluxe leather-bound copies, bound by a master bookbinder/old medieval manuscript expert with 40 years of expertise in book restoration.
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