NICANDRO DI COLOFONE - Theriaka y Alexipharmaka. Supplément grec 247. Barcelona: Moleiro, 1997.   Reproduction of the illuminated manuscript that collects two didactic poems by the Greek doctor Nicander of Colophon on medical practices and the treatment of poisoning. These works from the 2nd century BC are the only remained of Nicandro and are illustrated here with vivid and sometimes mythologically themed miniatures. The codex, one of a kind, offers a precious glimpse into the scientific knowledge of antiquity.   (160 x 125mm). Copy no. 322 of 987. Detailed colour reproduction of the original codex. Leather binding with gilt decorations on covers, gilt decorations and title on spine. Preserved in a leather editorial box with gilt decorations on covers and spine. Without commentary volume.

Estimate € 80 - 120

Sold € 750