Venice, Erasmiana workshop, V.Valgrisi, 1558. In 8°. Three parts in 1 volume, the first part in non-consecutive order, each with its own title page and printer's brand, woodcut drop caps, some burnished paper and water gora, 16th century binding. XVIII in brown marbled calfskin, spine with 5 raised bands, red edges, restorations. Old ownership signature on the first title page.
Specialist Notes
Very rare original edition of this Renaissance compendium of the history of ancient Rome, which discusses both the urban structure and the history of the city, as well as its powerful bureaucratic and governmental apparatus. Adams, P, 200.
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