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159 - SANDRART (J. von). A BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE ORIGIN, Format…
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SANDRART (J. von). A BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE ORIGIN, Formation, Territories, and Government of the World-Famous Republic of Venice..., Morea… Nuremberg, Jacob Sandrart, 1686. In-16, [2]-236 pages, hardcover in vellum with overcover (contemporary binding). First edition. The illustrations include an engraved title page and 39 COPPER-ENGRAVED PLATES (out of 50) depicting maps and city views, including 8 in colour and 15 fold-out plates. Pages 41–42 are missing and the map of Padua is missing a corner. Numerous pages are loose.
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About the sale ANTIQUE AND MODERN BOOKS – MANUSCRIPTS – DAUPHINE – HAUTES-ALPES.
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Auction time 09/02/2026 at 2:00 PM
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