Editore: Kessinger Publishing, 2009
ISBN 10: 1104193930 ISBN 13: 9781104193935
Da: California Books, Miami, FL, U.S.A.
Condizione: New.
Data di pubblicazione: 2023
Da: True World of Books, Delhi, India
LeatherBound. Condizione: New. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from , edition. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. Bound in genuine leather with Satin ribbon page markers and Spine with raised gilt bands. A perfect gift for your loved ones. NO changes have been made to the original text. This is NOT a retyped or an ocr'd reprint. Illustrations, Index, if any, are included in black and white. Each page is checked manually before printing. As this print on demand book is reprinted from a very old book, there could be some missing or flawed pages, but we always try to make the book as complete as possible. Fold-outs, if any, are not part of the book. If the original book was published in multiple volumes then this reprint is of only one volume, not the whole set. Sewing binding for longer life, where the book block is actually sewn (smythe sewn/section sewn) with thread before binding which results in a more durable type of binding. Pages: 17.
Editore: Forgotten Books, 2018
ISBN 10: 036501026X ISBN 13: 9780365010265
Da: PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, U.S.A.
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Editore: Kessinger Publishing, LLC, 2009
ISBN 10: 1104773066 ISBN 13: 9781104773069
Da: AHA-BUCH GmbH, Einbeck, Germania
Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. nach der Bestellung gedruckt Neuware - Printed after ordering - This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions that are true to the original work.
Data di pubblicazione: 2023
Da: True World of Books, Delhi, India
LeatherBound. Condizione: New. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from 1790 edition. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. NO changes have been made to the original text. This is NOT a retyped or an ocr'd reprint. Illustrations, Index, if any, are included in black and white. Each page is checked manually before printing. As this print on demand book is reprinted from a very old book, there could be some missing or flawed pages, but we always try to make the book as complete as possible. Fold-outs, if any, are not part of the book. If the original book was published in multiple volumes then this reprint is of only one volume, not the whole set. Sewing binding for longer life, where the book block is actually sewn (smythe sewn/section sewn) with thread before binding which results in a more durable type of binding. Pages: 147 Language: French.
Editore: Forgotten Books, 2018
ISBN 10: 0365010413 ISBN 13: 9780365010418
Da: PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, U.S.A.
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Data di pubblicazione: 2023
Da: True World of Books, Delhi, India
LeatherBound. Condizione: New. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from edition. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. NO changes have been made to the original text. This is NOT a retyped or an ocr'd reprint. Illustrations, Index, if any, are included in black and white. Each page is checked manually before printing. As this print on demand book is reprinted from a very old book, there could be some missing or flawed pages, but we always try to make the book as complete as possible. Fold-outs, if any, are not part of the book. If the original book was published in multiple volumes then this reprint is of only one volume, not the whole set. Sewing binding for longer life, where the book block is actually sewn (smythe sewn/section sewn) with thread before binding which results in a more durable type of binding. Pages: 545 Language: Italian.
Data di pubblicazione: 2023
Da: True World of Books, Delhi, India
LeatherBound. Condizione: New. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from 1838 edition. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. NO changes have been made to the original text. This is NOT a retyped or an ocr'd reprint. Illustrations, Index, if any, are included in black and white. Each page is checked manually before printing. As this print on demand book is reprinted from a very old book, there could be some missing or flawed pages, but we always try to make the book as complete as possible. Fold-outs, if any, are not part of the book. If the original book was published in multiple volumes then this reprint is of only one volume, not the whole set. Sewing binding for longer life, where the book block is actually sewn (smythe sewn/section sewn) with thread before binding which results in a more durable type of binding. Pages: 574 Language: Latin.
Data di pubblicazione: 2023
Da: True World of Books, Delhi, India
LeatherBound. Condizione: New. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from 1839 edition. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. NO changes have been made to the original text. This is NOT a retyped or an ocr'd reprint. Illustrations, Index, if any, are included in black and white. Each page is checked manually before printing. As this print on demand book is reprinted from a very old book, there could be some missing or flawed pages, but we always try to make the book as complete as possible. Fold-outs, if any, are not part of the book. If the original book was published in multiple volumes then this reprint is of only one volume, not the whole set. Sewing binding for longer life, where the book block is actually sewn (smythe sewn/section sewn) with thread before binding which results in a more durable type of binding. Pages: 623 Language: Latin.
Editore: Kessinger Publishing, 2010
ISBN 10: 1166015629 ISBN 13: 9781166015626
Da: THE SAINT BOOKSTORE, Southport, Regno Unito
Paperback / softback. Condizione: New. New copy - Usually dispatched within 4 working days.
Data di pubblicazione: 2023
Da: True World of Books, Delhi, India
LeatherBound. Condizione: New. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from 1828 edition. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. NO changes have been made to the original text. This is NOT a retyped or an ocr'd reprint. Illustrations, Index, if any, are included in black and white. Each page is checked manually before printing. As this print on demand book is reprinted from a very old book, there could be some missing or flawed pages, but we always try to make the book as complete as possible. Fold-outs, if any, are not part of the book. If the original book was published in multiple volumes then this reprint is of only one volume, not the whole set. Sewing binding for longer life, where the book block is actually sewn (smythe sewn/section sewn) with thread before binding which results in a more durable type of binding. Pages: 657 Language: Latin.
Data di pubblicazione: 2023
Da: True World of Books, Delhi, India
LeatherBound. Condizione: New. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from 1792 edition. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. NO changes have been made to the original text. This is NOT a retyped or an ocr'd reprint. Illustrations, Index, if any, are included in black and white. Each page is checked manually before printing. As this print on demand book is reprinted from a very old book, there could be some missing or flawed pages, but we always try to make the book as complete as possible. Fold-outs, if any, are not part of the book. If the original book was published in multiple volumes then this reprint is of only one volume, not the whole set. Sewing binding for longer life, where the book block is actually sewn (smythe sewn/section sewn) with thread before binding which results in a more durable type of binding. Pages: 679 Language: Latin.
Data di pubblicazione: 2024
Da: Gyan Books Pvt. Ltd., Delhi, India
Leather Bound. Condizione: New. Language: French. This book is available in 5 different Leather color without any extra cost. Explore More Options by Clicking on 'More Images' and Notify Us of Your Choice via Email within 24 hours of placing the order. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted by the prestigious organization "Rare Biblio" with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2024, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1790. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - French, Pages: - 147, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. Product Disclaimer:: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 147.
Data di pubblicazione: 2024
Da: Gyan Books Pvt. Ltd., Delhi, India
Leather Bound. Condizione: New. Language: Latin. This book is available in 5 different Leather color without any extra cost. Explore More Options by Clicking on 'More Images' and Notify Us of Your Choice via Email within 24 hours of placing the order. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted by the prestigious organization "Rare Biblio" with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2024, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1792. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - Latin, Pages: - 486, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. Product Disclaimer:: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 486.
Data di pubblicazione: 2024
Da: Gyan Books Pvt. Ltd., Delhi, India
Leather Bound. Condizione: New. Language: Latin. This book is available in 5 different Leather color without any extra cost. Explore More Options by Clicking on 'More Images' and Notify Us of Your Choice via Email within 24 hours of placing the order. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted by the prestigious organization "Rare Biblio" with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2024, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1792. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - Latin, Pages: - 577, Print on Demand. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 577.
Data di pubblicazione: 2024
Da: Gyan Books Pvt. Ltd., Delhi, India
Leather Bound. Condizione: New. Language: Latin. This book is available in 5 different Leather color without any extra cost. Explore More Options by Clicking on 'More Images' and Notify Us of Your Choice via Email within 24 hours of placing the order. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted by the prestigious organization "Rare Biblio" with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2024, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1792. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - Latin, Pages: : - 679, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 679.
Editore: Kessinger Publishing, 2010
ISBN 10: 1165473216 ISBN 13: 9781165473212
Da: Buchpark, Trebbin, Germania
Condizione: Sehr gut. Zustand: Sehr gut - Gepflegter, sauberer Zustand. | Seiten: 128 | Sprache: Englisch | Produktart: Bücher.
Da: PORCHEROT Gilles -SP.Rance, BREST, FR, Francia
Prima edizione
Paris, Chez M.-F. Drouhin, An 2 [1794] - Edition Originale rarissime (Tourneux, n° 17593, ne décrit que la 2 ème édition) In-12 - Reliure cartonnage d'époque, tranches jaunes - dos lisse - pièce de titre en maroquin rouge, titre doré - Joli frontispice gravé par Monet - LIX-360 pages - Bel exemplaire - Envoi rapide et soigné - 27964 Ouvrage très rare et curieux qui donne l'explication de tous les changements que fit subir la Révolution française au calendrier, avec 372 noms destinés à remplacer les nom des Saints, les explications et éthymologies du nom des mois.L'auteur l'écrivit en prison pour concourir au prix du meilleur livre élémentaire. il obtint le prix et fut ainsi remis en liberté. Il désavoua plus tard cet ouvrage et retira tous les exemplaires qu'il put trouver. Livres.
Editore: Giovanni Zatta, Venezia, 1797
Da: Gilibert Libreria Antiquaria (ILAB), Torino, TO, Italia
Due volumi in-8° legati insieme (13.5x19.5) in elegante legatura piena pelle coeva titoli e fregi dorati al dorso, motivi fitomorfi dorati ai fili di testa e di piede dei piatti, tutti i tagli rossi, sguardie marmorizzate. Pp vol. I: 2 bianche, XX, 180; vol.II: 308, 2 bianche. Minimi difetti al frontespizio, lievi arrossature a poche carte ma interno fresco: più che buon esemplare. Interessante prima rara traduzione italiana dell'innovativa opera di divulgazione pedagogica della storia naturale ideata per le scuole superiori vincitrice del premio Jury d'istruzion pubblica ed ispirata al sistema tassonomico di Linneo. Millin (1759-1818) uomo di profonda erudizione - vero e proprio enciclopedista spaziando la sua conoscenza dalla scienze naturali alla storia dell'arte - fondò la Société Linnéenne de Paris, fu presidente della Bibliothèque Nationale e compì un lungo viaggio di ricerca in Italia ben documentato da vari e resoconti.
Editore: In French. 4 pp. 9 x 7 inches, fine.
Da: Julian Browning Rare Books & Manuscripts, London, Regno Unito
Paris, 27 April 1808. Aubin-Louis Millin de Grandmaison (1759-1818), antiquary, naturalist and author. He was known for the many articles he published on Greek vases. In 1806, appeared his Dictionnaire des Beaux-Arts. From 1807 to 1811, appeared the four volumes of his Voyage dans les départemens du Midi de la France, accompanied by an atlas. In 1811 he travelled in Italy and Sicily, and afterwards published designs of the mosaic paving in the cathedrals of Apulia. He translated many accounts of voyages.
Data di pubblicazione: 1838
Da: Librairie Girard-Talec, Fontenay-sous-bois, Francia
Couverture rigide. Condizione: Bon. A Paris, chez Barba, 1838. 3 parties en 6 volumes in-8, reliure 1/2 chagrin rouge d'époque, dos à nerfs ornés, texte sur deux colonnes, rousseurs et mouillures éparses dans l'ensemble des volumes. Belle reliure, bon état général.
Couverture rigide. Condizione: Bon. Aubin-Louis Millin de Grandmaison dit Eleuthérophile Millin, Annuaire du républicain ou légende physico-économique. Paris, Marie-François Drouhin, an II [1794]. In-12, front.-LIX-[1bl]-[34]-360p. Edition originale peu commune de cet ouvrage sur le nouveau calendrier, donnant un nom à chacun des jours de l'année. Les tableaux au début donne la liste et le livre donne ensuite les explications jour par jour. Il mêle ainsi propagande et utilité, d'un point de vue économie selon le terme de l'époque. Il semble manquer un tableau de concordance dépliant, qui n'est pas dans tous les exemplaires consultés mais est bien présent notamment sur l'exemplaire de la BnF. Plein veau seconde moitié du XIXe, dos à nerfs orné, pièce de titre maroquin, triple filet sur les plats, tranches marbrées. Papier un peu jauni, rousseurs éparses, quelques défectuosités de papier d'origine, coins usés, mors supérieur en partie fendu. Peu commun.
Copia autografata
1 lettre autographe signée 1 In-4 19/06/1800 Datée du 30 prairial an 8. Mention manuscrite : «Rép. le 5 thermidor an 8» (24 juillet 1800). Adresse au dos, avec marque postale et trace de cachet. Déchirure marginale due au décachetage. Par cette belle lettre, le conservateur et antiquaire Aubin-Louis Millin adresse une requête au Préfet du Vaucluse, le Citoyen Pelet. La Ville de Carpentras conserve en effet la correspondance entre le Cavaliere Cassiano Del Pozzo (1588/1657), protecteur de Nicolas Poussin, et Nicolas Fabri de Peiresc (1580-1637), conseiller au Parlement d'Aix-en-Provence et immense érudit. Millin est à la recherche d'une épître de Del Pozzo contenant une explication sur une célèbre fresque antique, La Noce Aldobrandine, ancienne propriété des Borghèse, désormais conservée au Vatican : Poussin en fit même une copie. Mais Millin craint que le notaire chargé d'effectuer la recherche ne confonde la Noce avec un acte notarié. Aussi il demande à Pelet de charger un autre Citoyen de la recherche : «En un quart d'heure elle sera faite, car il connaît cette précieuse collection comme si il l'avait composée. J'ajouterais que les Anglais font copier par toute l'Europe des lettres de notre Peiresc tandis que nous paraissons mettre si peu d'importance dans ses précieux manuscrits.» Naturaliste et antiquaire, il se passionne pour de nombreuses disciplines, comme l'archéologie et l'histoire de l'art, et devient conservateur à la Bibliothèque nationale de France.
Editore: Paris, Didot chez Déterville an septieme [1798-1799]., 1798
Da: Antiquariat Burgverlag, Wien, Austria
Nouvelle édition. Vols./Bde. 1-5, 8, 9, 11, 12 (von/de 12). 12°. 2 Bll., 176; 3 Bll., 172; 3 Bll., 175; 2 Bll., 146; 3 Bll., 191; 2 Bll., 185; 2 Bll., 176; 2 Bll., 169; 2 Bll., 151 S. Mit 79 kolor. Taf. in Aquatinta u.a. v. Mixelle Gespenkeltes Ldr. d. Zt. mit rot- grün goldgeprägten Rückenschildchen, Vorsätzen aus Marmorpapier u. umlaufendem Goldschnitt. Kanten u. Rücken berieben, teils obere Rückenhälften u. Rückenschildchen stark abgerieben. Innen sehr gut erhalten. Auf leicht bläulichem Papier gedruckt. Mit kolorierten Aquatinta-Tafeln u.a. von Felix Mixelle reich illustriertes Werk zu römisch-griechischen, ägyptischen und persischen Mythologie. Der Verfasser Aubin-Louis Millin (1759-1818) war Naturhistoriker sowie Altertumswissenschaftler. Das vorliegende Werk war für Kinder und Jugendliche aufbereitet, wie das Titelblatt bemerkt: "Ouvrage élémentaire, indispensible aux jeunes gens de l`un et de l`autre sexe, et utile à toutes les classes de lecteurs." Es fehlen die Bände 6, 7 und 10. Gewicht in Gramm: 2000.
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1 lettre autographe signée 3 pp. In-4 14 septembre 1807 Encre brune sur double feuillet de papier vergé filigrané "Holland" avec coquille Saint-Jacques. Bords effrangés, minimes manques avec petites atteintes Aubin Louis Millin de Grandmaison explique sa réponse tardive et remercie son correspondant pour son mémoire, digne d'intérêt, sur l'étude de l'Antiquité. "[.] Vous désirez avoir la carte de Danville. Est-ce celle de l'ancien empire romain elle est en deux feuilles l'une pour la partie orientale l'autre pour la partie occidentale ou vous désirez la carte de l'ancienne Gaule [.]".Il lui recommande des ouvrages : "Traité des grands chemins de l'Empire", par Bergier ; deux ouvrages pour se familiariser avec les médailles, sa spécialité "La doctrina numorum" d'Erkel (8 vol. in-4) et le "Lexicon numismaticum" de Rasch (12 vol. in-8) ; un catalogue d'empreintes publié par M. Mionnet, employé au Cabinet des Médailles puis évoque sa propre étude en cours, relative aux médailles. Suivent d'intéressantes réflexions concernant des inscriptions sur le tombeau deLanuéjols, en Lozère"Marco Tritulo consuli" et des monnaies décrites par Carix. "L'inscription qui porte Marco Tritulo conseil ne me parait pas devoir être lue ainsi. Les lettres cons. so nt les initiales du prénom d'Acantius qui les a consacrées. Quant à l'inscription du tombeau de Lanuéjols, il en reste si peu de lettres qu'elle est indéchiffrable ; mais l'explication donnée il y a 30 ans par M. de Derrière ne me paraît pas non plus devoir être admise [.]. Je désirerais pouvoir faire un voyage dans la Lozère pour voir cette partie du Midi que je n'ai pas visitée. L'espor de vous y trouver fera une jouissance de plus". Naturaliste et antiquaire, il se passionne pour de nombreuses disciplines, comme l'archéologie et l'histoire de l'art, et devient conservateur à la Bibliothèque nationale de France.
Editore: [G. Schutzer, 13 Poland St] imprimé pour l'éditeur. Se trouve chez Treuttel et Wurtz. 1819 [-1821]., Londres, 1819
Da: Justin Croft Antiquarian Books Ltd ABA, Faversham, Regno Unito
A interesting and unique copy of this monumental pictorial record of European coins and medals struck in the Napoleonic era, including many commemorative medals of battles and truces. A printed book, with a London imprint, with portions (including title) in manuscript copy, and plates dissected, partly copied in manuscript and re-arranged. It is difficult to interpret the unusual hybrid form here, but it would appear to be a contemporary collector or curator's production allowing the illustrations to be consulted alongside their descriptions in the text. The plates in the printed edition presented the coins and medals in a different order to the text, with corresponding numbers linking the illustrations, but turning from text to plate may have been a tiresome business. The fact that the titles, preliminary text and indexes are given as manuscript copies is less easy to explain, though at least one of the manuscripts indexes is more comprehensive than that of the printed edition. Many of the illustrations are marked with a small flower shaped inkstamp, perhaps also a collector's demarcation.Millin de Grandmaison (1759-1818) had been curator of the Cabinet des médailles et antiques of the former French royal library but died before this survey could be published. The manuscript was passed to the British-born James Millingen, formerly of the French mint, later an antiquary and dealer, who collated it and published it in London in both French and English versions. The imprints are faithfully copied in manuscript in our version, but it is likely a French rather than a British production. 2 vols (the first in 2 parts) in one, large 4to (300 × 230 mm), pp. [8] (in manuscript), 66; [69-] 112; [4], 38, [14] (including titles and final index manuscript), plus 67 leaves with pasted engraved and manuscript illustrations, most of the latter on india paper, some on stubs or slips. Mostly uncut in contemporary half vellum, spine lettered in manuscript. Rubbed.
Editore: Paris: de L'Imprimerie de P. Didot L'Aine, 1808
Da: JF Ptak Science Books, Hendersonville, NC, U.S.A.
Hardcover. Condizione: Good. Dubois Maisonneuve and Millin, A. L. (Aubin Louis, Millin de Grandmaison). Peintures de vases antiques, vulgairement appeles etrusques: tires de differentes collections et graves / par A. Clener; accompagnes d'explications par A.L. Millin; publiees par M. Dubois Maisonneuve. Paris: de L'Imprimerie de P. Didot L'Aine, 1808-1810. [Paris: de L'Imprimerie de P. Didot L'Aine, 1808-1810. [++] Two volumes (complete), each very large, 23" x 17.25". Fantastic etched and engraved images of "Etruscan" vase decorations superior and superb. 150 plates in all. Vol. I: [6], xx, 124 p., 72 plates (plates 25 and 26 are double-page); Vol. II: [2], 146 p., 78 plates (with plates 3 and 4 folding, and plate 43 being double-page). [++] Aubin Louis Millin de Grandmaison; Dubois-Maisonneuve; Angelo Clener, engraver; Johann Heinrich Wilhelm Tischbein, draughtsman;Pierre Didot, printer; dedicated to Josephine Empress, consort of Napoleon I, Emperor of France. [++] Now for the bad part this is an ex-library copy in very heavy black cloth, which is sort of plain but very intact, making the volumes easily browseable into the future without worry of damage or the binding failing. The main condition issue though is that each plate as a 1-inch circular library stamp in the corner of each plate, mostly entirely into the image itself. The paper is bright and crisp though not without some foxing. Also all of the plates are plain, issued without color. There are other copies that sold in the last ten years or so that were beautifully hand colored and spectacular (and of course without library markings)--this is NOT one of those copies. [++] "The commentary, by the renowned scholar Aubin-Louis Millin de Grandmaison (1759-1818), naturalist, antiquary, and curator of medals at the Imperial library, included a discussion of the history of the connoisseurship and scholarship of these vases (including a section on fakes), and alluded to the interest of the French government in the publication of collections of antique vases to serve as an inspiration for contemporary manufacturers. Items from the collection of the Sèvres royal porcelain manufactory were featured among those illustrated in the volumes. The drawings for the plates were executed by Ange Clener, who was responsible for the plates in the second volume of Hamilton's collection. "--Princeton University Library online [++] NOTE: half of proceeds of this sale will be shared with the library of origin.