To Sir Sacchelo Servo, Duke of Bavaria

Written with great spirit, this work is dedicated. This statuette owes its admiration to the honor of the distinguished Duke in 1524.

He was the first to mark off the letters and eliminate the notes. He sang the praises of heroes in prose and wrote the commendations of two sovereigns, glorifying them with illustrious actions, as recorded by esteemed scholars, etc. E. Eshus.

Translation Notes

Chirographo: Typically refers to a written script or handwritten document, highlighting the skill in handwriting translation.

Heroum: Refers to heroes, likely those honored or described in literary or artistic works.

Naum hoc Maur. Esrldius auricie: This appears to be Latin with classical influences and may not have a direct translation but implies a creation of significant artistry and virtue.