Terra Cotta of the Italian Renaissance - 1911
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Terra Cotta of the Italian Renaissance |
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New York: National Terra Cotta Society, 1911 |
An early 20th century folio hardcover. Smooth, black cloth spine is gilt ruled with gilt title and publisher. Brown paper covered boards, gilt title on top board; frayed board corners on top board, otherwise only minimal wear - a clean example. Binding tight and sound.
Text block is tight and very clean with 200 full page b&w plates. Illustrations depict a comprehensive view at terra cotta structures and art with a focus on the numerous motifs. We see the architecture of Certosa di Pavia, Palazzo Bevilacqua, Santa Maria Della Grazie, Ospedale Maggiore and numerous churches, just to name a few from this profusely illustrated study. Previous owner's inscription on f.f.e.
Overall, in VG+ to near fine condition. A clean example of this first edition folio board binding with two hundred photographs.
Book measures c. 9 1/4" x 12 1/4." c. 200 pp.
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| Item #: | B2149 |
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Terra Cotta of the Italian Renaissance |
| Price ($US, shipping not incl.): | $ 95 |
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