Antonio Stiassi (4 results)

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book details the elaborate funeral procession held in honor of Antonio Farnese, Duke of Parma and Piacenza. The author provides a comprehensive account of the event, describing the lavish decorations, the solemn Mass, and the moving oration delivered by Felice Antonio Berti. The book also includes insights into the Duke's life and character, highlighting his affability, love for his subjects, and commitment to the arts. By examining the grandeur of the funeral and the life of the deceased, this book offers a glimpse into the cultural and political landscape of 18th-century Italy. It explores themes of mortality, the legacy of noble families, and the importance of honoring those who have shaped history. Through its detailed descriptions and thoughtful analysis, this book provides a valuable resource for scholars and anyone interested in the history of the Farnese family, the Baroque period, and the intricate rituals surrounding death and mourning. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.

LeatherBound. Condition: New. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. Bound in genuine leather with Satin ribbon page markers and Spine with raised gilt bands. A perfect gift for your loved ones. Reprinted from 1731 edition. NO changes have been made to the original text. This is NOT a retyped or an ocr'd reprint. Illustrations, Index, if any, are included in black and white. Each page is checked manually before printing. As this print on demand book is reprinted from a very old book, there could be some missing or flawed pages, but we always try to make the book as complete as possible. Fold-outs, if any, are not part of the book. If the original book was published in multiple volumes then this reprint is of only one volume, not the whole set and contains approximately 40 pages. IF YOU WISH TO ORDER PARTICULAR VOLUME OR ALL THE VOLUMES YOU CAN CONTACT US. Resized as per current standards. Sewing binding for longer life, where the book block is actually sewn (smythe sewn/section sewn) with thread before binding which results in a more durable type of binding. Language: Italian.