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Auction #115 begins on 30 May 2024

Vecellio, Cesare

Costumes Anciens et Moderns Habiti Antichi et Moderni di Tutto il Mondi

Published: M. Amb. Firmin Didot, Paris, 1859 + 1860

Edition: 4th

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This lot is being sold for the Friends of the Johannesburg Public Library to raise funds. 2 Volume set. Both volumes are bound in quarter leather with paper covered boards and gilt titling on the spines. Volume 1: Half title, engraved title page, 5 pages of introduction to the 4th edition by the publisher, Didot. 234 engravings, each with a page of text, followed by an 18 page index to the plates. Volume 2: Half title, engraved title, plate numbers 235 to 531, each with a page of text, followed by a 19 page index to the plates. CONDITION DETAILS: An ex-library set with all the usual library plates, stamps, etc.
  • Binding Condition: Tight, but wear marks
  • Overall Condition: Ex-library
  • Size: 218mm x 144mm
  • Sold By: Gandolph's Books
  • Contact Person: Arnaud Labuschagne
  • Country: South Africa
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Telephone: +27 11-624-1752
  • Preferred Payment Methods: Cash, Cheque deposits in Rands, bank transfers.
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