Hartmann Schedel. Chronicle of the World 1493

Hartmann Schedel’s "Weltchronik," more commonly referred to as the "Nuremberg Chronicle," was an innovative encyclopedic work from the late 15th century. Published in the German city of Nuremberg, it emerged as the most lavishly illustrated book in Europe at that time. This Chronicle served as both a historical reference and a vivid snapshot of urban culture, significantly impacting the cultural, ecclesiastical, and intellectual landscape of the Middle Ages. It features over 1,800 woodcut illustrations portraying biblical events, mythical creatures, and allegorical miracles, alongside portraits of various kings, queens, saints, and martyrs, as well as depictions of many contemporary cities, some of which were documented here for the first time. Today, collectors highly value copies of the Chronicle, with prices reaching up to 200,000 Euros. We've acquired a rare, hand-colored replica true to the original, and produced a high-quality complete facsimile edition. For those unfamiliar with Old German, this edition offers summaries of the main stories, ensuring that readers can easily navigate and fully appreciate this extraordinary historical publication.