Sold for:
$2,125
$2,125
Commentary by Daniele Barbaro. Venice: Franceschi and Chrieger, 1567. xx, 375. Folio, contemporary full vellum, gilt-lettered red leather spine label, renewed endpapers. First Latin edition of Barbaro's commentary, with woodcut printer's device on title and final leaf, large architectural woodcut on verso of title, and numerous woodcut illustrations in text, including a full-page view of Venice not found in earlier issues. A few repaired tears and manuscript markings to title page, dedication and colophon; small wormhole top left near gutter of 61-75; a few brown stains and light toning to leaves; otherwise fine.
Auctioneer:
Leslie Hindman Auctioneers
Date:
2013-04-10
