Catalogue of German Printed Books to 1900 in the British Museum

The catalogue offers an in-depth exploration of the British Museum's collection of German printed books, spanning five centuries, with a particular emphasis on the rich array from the sixteenth century. It showcases works by renowned artists like Albrecht Duerer, as well as contributions from lesser-known and anonymous creators. The collection not only highlights the artistic and decorative significance of these illustrated books but also features rare and potentially unique items, valued for both their texts and historical provenance.