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ANDREINI, Giovanni Battista (1578-1650). L'adamo sacra rapresentatione. Milan: Geronimo Bordoni, 1613.
Scarce first edition in beautiful binding of one of the most important works of seventeenth-century theatre. The plot, inspired by the biblical story, is enriched by extravagances and spectacular sets, reproduced in engravings by Bassano, depicting scenes from Genesis and spectacular flights of devils and monsters. The author, son of the famous actors Francesco and Isabella Andreini, performed with great success in Paris under the name of Leylio and became a favourite of Louis XIII. It is believed that Milton witnessed one of these performances during his travels in Italy and was inspired to write Paradise Lost.
4to, (210 x 165mm). Engraved title page, one full-page and 38 half-page engraved illustrations by Cesare Bassani from a drawing by Carlo Procaccini (author's portrait missing). Early 19th century morocco binding with boards framed by rich gilt fretwork, gilt title and year to spine, gilt edges. Provenance: early 20th century English notes and bookseller catalogue cut-outs pasted on endpapers. (1)
4to, (210 x 165mm). Engraved title page, one full-page and 38 half-page engraved illustrations by Cesare Bassani from a drawing by Carlo Procaccini (author's portrait missing). Early 19th century morocco binding with boards framed by rich gilt fretwork, gilt title and year to spine, gilt edges. Provenance: early 20th century English notes and bookseller catalogue cut-outs pasted on endpapers. (1)
ESTIMATE € 400 - 600
LOTS
256
PLUTARCUS (46-125 AD). Les Hommes illustres grecs et romains. Paris: Robinot, 1645.
PLUTARCUS (46-125 AD). Les Hommes illustres grecs et romains. Paris: Robinot, 1645.
ESTIMATE € 300 - 500
259
ROLEWINCK, Werner (1425-1502). Fasciculus temporum. [Venice]: Erhard Ratdolt, 1484.
ROLEWINCK, Werner (1425-1502). Fasciculus temporum. [Venice]: Erhard Ratdolt, 1484.
ESTIMATE € 1,500 - 2,500
260
SABELLICO, Mark Anthony (1436-1506). Exemplorum libri decem. Venice: Gabiano, 1507.
SABELLICO, Mark Anthony (1436-1506). Exemplorum libri decem. Venice: Gabiano, 1507.
ESTIMATE € 400 - 600
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SABELLICO, Marco Antonio (1436-1506). Exemplorum libri decem. Paris: Le Preux, 1513.
SABELLICO, Marco Antonio (1436-1506). Exemplorum libri decem. Paris: Le Preux, 1513.
ESTIMATE € 300 - 500