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Argenis
By John Barclay
"Argenis," a timeless literary masterpiece penned by the renowned Scottish author John Barclay, is a beacon of classical eloquence and intellectual prowess. Printed in the historic city of Leiden in 1627, this antique book is a testament to the enduring allure of Baroque literature.
Within the pages of "Argenis," Barclay weaves an intricate tapestry of political intrigue, romance, and philosophical contemplation. The typography, characteristic of early 17th-century printing, reveals the craftsmanship of a bygone era. The meticulous attention to detail in each letter and the occasional ornamental flourish speak to the dedication of the artisans who brought this literary treasure to life. The paper, bearing the delicate imprints of age, adds a tactile dimension to the reading experience, connecting present-day readers with the hands that turned these pages centuries ago.
The significance
This antique edition of "Argenis" is not merely a book but a tangible link to the… Read More

This beautiful engraving depicts the Pyramid of Cestius (Caio Cestio) near the non-Catholic cemetery and the Porta San Paolo in Rome on the Via Ostiense.
Engraved and published by Giovanni-Battista Piranesi, a famous Italian engraver and architect. He was born in Morano di Mestre on 4 October 1720 and died in Rome on 9 November 1778. Piranesi was known by the nickname "Rembrandt of architecture". The artist not only reproduced the ancient vestiges of the power of Rome but was also one of the most authoritative archaeologists of his time. Despite a great reputation and magnificent fame, Piranesi never got rich because of the very low prices of his works. He was a member of the Order of Christ and the London Antiques Society. Extremely rare collector's example from Piranesi's first and most important work "Antichita Romane"
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Dimensions: 509 x 309 mm; 12 x 20 inches (approx)
Year: 1756
Engraver: Giovanni Battista Piranesi
Technique: Copperplate
Condition: Line of folding, minor foxing, cut corners.… Read More

1804 FRENCH LITERATURE GÉORGIQUES FRANÇAISES POEME TOME PREMIER (Vol. 1 only) par J. B. R. LA BERGERIE (1757 - 1836)
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In French language.
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Paris, 1804. Published by MADAME HUZARD.
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Pp. /4/ + 200. Size: 13 x 20, 9 cm.
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Period leather binding. Defects on corners, spine a little damaged, some stains and signs of use. Edges marbled.
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Condition: Old bookshop label, some notes on endpaper. Small tear in the up left corner of the flyleaf. A few minor stains. Nice and clean copy. For other condition and details see the scans.

Volume One
Second edition
By Joseph Bingham
Translated by Henric Grischow
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(Antiquities of the Christian Church) – In Latin language
Halae Magdeburgicae, Sumtibus Orphanotrophel, 1751.
Pp.: 48+ 368
Dimensions: 220 x 179 mm
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Joseph Bingham was an English scholar whose design, learnedly, exhaustively and impartially executed, was to give such a methodical account of the antiquities of the Christian Church as others have done of the Greek and Roman and Jewish antiquities, by reducing the ancient customs, usages and practices of the church under certain proper heads, whereby the reader may take a view at once of any particular usage or custom of Christians for four or five centuries.
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Binding: Original hardcover binding. Signs of wear and ageing on the panels and along the edges, gilt stamped spine, sticker on spine with pen inscribtions.
Condition: Signs of ageing, minor stains due to usage, foxing on most pages.

Volume 10
Second edition
By Joseph Bingham
Translated by Henric Grischow
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(Antiquities of the Christian Church) – In Latin language
Halae Magdeburgicae, Sumtibus Orphanotrophel, 1761.
Pp.: 64+ 100 + [334]
Dimensions: 220 x 179 mm
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Joseph Bingham was an English scholar whose design, learnedly, exhaustively and impartially executed, was to give such a methodical account of the antiquities of the Christian Church as others have done of the Greek and Roman and Jewish antiquities, by reducing the ancient customs, usages and practices of the church under certain proper heads, whereby the reader may take a view at once of any particular usage or custom of Christians for four or five centuries.
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Binding: Original hardcover binding. Signs of wear and ageing on the panels and along the edges, gilt stamped spine, sticker on spine with pen inscribtions.
Condition: Signs of ageing, minor stains due to usage, foxing on most pages.

Beautifully illustrated multi-volume edition of Decameron by Giovanni Boccaccio. Translated to German.Pp.: 306 + /4/, illustr. platesPp.: 311 + /6/ illustr. platesPp.: 326 + /6/ illustr. plates

Hydrographic chart of the Dardanelles Strait region, Turkey. Relief is shown by spot heights and hachures. Depths are shown by bathymetric isolines and soundings.The chart is damaged along the edges with some tears in the middle. Wrinkles and some pencil inscriptions, signs of aging and wear. Please see the photos. Free Shipping included. The map will be shipped in a strong cardboard tube.If you have any questions or inquiries, please don't hesitate to contact us!

Title page stamped by the previous owner. Occasional stains in the text block, minor paper browning due to aging, text block edges color stamped.Pp.: 307Size: 14 x 9 cmSixth volume from the series Histoire Naturelle published in 1799 in Paris. This volume is dedicated to the various species of birds. Richly illustrated. Shipping included in price.If you have any questions or inquiries, please don't hesitate to contact us!