Blumen–Buch deß heiligen Lands Palestinae, so in drey Bücher abgetheil, by Elektus Zwinger. Munich: Johann Wilhelm Schell, 1661. German. Only edition.

Book based on the author's journey to Palestine and its surroundings. The book comprises three parts: the first is about Palestine, specifically Jerusalem; the second is on pilgrimages and important pilgrimage sites; the third discusses sites outside of Palestine (Tripoli, Rhodes, Malta, Sicily, and more).
With 18 engraved plates (some folded), including a map of Palestine (double plate); a map of Jerusalem; illustrations of Jaffa, the Mount of Olives and other sites; various plans; and more. Engraved title page.

[13] leaves, 660 pages, [35] leaves + [18] plates and [1] engraved title page (mounted on blank leaf at beginning of book). 19.5 cm. Good condition. Stains and minor wear. Minor worming to first and final leaves. One plate detached. Old inscriptions and ownership inscriptions. Fine, original leather over wooden boards, with embossed decorations; leather and metal clasps. Minor stains and defects to binding; one clasp lacking metal closure.

Provenance: The Gross Family Collection, Tel Aviv, NHB.371.