The Hunting Book" by Gaston Phoebus (also known as Gaston III, Count of Foix) is a comprehensive treatise on hunting, dedicated to Philip the Bold, Duke of Burgundy. It details the animals of the chase, their behavior, and the art of hunting, including instructions on dog training and care. The book is considered a valuable resource for understanding medieval hunting practices and natural history. The book's illustrations, particularly in the manuscript copies, showcase the artistic style of the late 14th century, with gold-adorned miniatures and elegant frames. Just jacket, boards and pages in very good condition. A beauty of a book.28x22cm