Bitainvieu Sieur (3 results)

in-4to, 14 feuilles + 361 p. + 1 f. + 131 planches gravées (incl. titres et entre-titres). (Mit 131 (inkl. Titel u. Zwischentit.) ganzs. Kupferst. 14 Bl. + 361 S. + 1 Bl. Relié plein veau, dos à quatre nerfs richement orné, coiffes restaurées. Bel exemplaire. Troisième édition complète avec les 131 planches gravées, dont 4 ont été montées anciennement sur papier. Qqs taches d?encre en-tête des premières feuilles et sur la planche 15.3d edition (revised and expanded), 17th century calf binding (some worming at lower & upper spine). Several old owners signatures on title, date with black trace, then with pencil: 1674, private library stamp on first engraved plate (frontispiece) There is a complete table of contents for the 6 parts (contents to parts 5 & 6 bound towards rear). Complete with all tables of contents, engravings (extensive), dedication, and text (361 pages). Scarce. Rare. Seltenes Werk zum Festungsbau. - Tls. leicht fleckig, 4 Kupfer aufgezogen, anfangs im ob. Rand etw. tintenfleckig, Innengelenke brüchig. Please notify before visiting to see a book. Prices are excl. VAT/TVA (only Switzerland) & postage. Pohler III, 696 (schreibt: »de Britannieu«); Jordan 0309.

6 parts in 1 volume. Rare complete pictorial course on military architecture, perspective drawing, fortifications and siege warfare in two main parts, the first with four and the second with two separate "treatises": Traité I: "Les definitions, les noms, les termes, et les figures des pieces & des ouvrages dont on se sert aux fortifications" (the basic elements of fortifications); Traité II: "où sont données diverses methodes pour fortifier toute figure reguliere la françoise, la hollandoise, l'espagnole, & l'italienne" (the geometric principles of designing fortifications, teaching the various methods of designing fortifications used by the French, Dutch, Spanish and Italians); Traité III: "où sont données les methodes de fortifier toutes sortes de places regulieres-irregulieres, comme sont les triangles, & celles qui sont en tout irregulieres" (the practical designing of fortifications for different sorts of sites and situations); Traité IV: "qui donne la methode pour élever les plans des fortifications, & les faire paroistre sur le papier, comme elles sont en effet sur la terre" (perspective for representing fortifications on paper, with perspective views on 9 full-page plates); Traité V: "L'art d'attaquer les places fortifiées et par la force"; Traité VI: "L'art de defendre les [places fortifiées en contre la force" (the attack and defence of fortified sites respectively, including all sorts of military devices and weaponry).Although our copy has the title-page of the third edition (Paris, Jacques Dubreuil, 1674), it is in fact a reissue of the second edition (Paris, Jacques Debreuil, 1667), which was already a reissue of the first edition (Paris, Jacques Dubreuil, 1665) with a new title-page and with the second part added.Old owner's inscription, "Develle", on title-page and some ms. notes on last endleaf. Corners and head and foot of spine professionally restored and the whole in good condition.l De Backer-Sommervogel II, 147.3; Jähns, p. 1344 ("Das bedeutenste Werk, welches aus der Metzer Jesuitenschule hervorging" cf. p. 1338); cf. Poggendorff I, 607 (Dubreuil-ed. 1665); not in Berlin Kat., etc. Contemporary mottled calf, gold-tooled spine, with title in gold in second compartment, marbled edges. With engraved general frontispiece by Jean Le Pautre (1618-1682), 6 engraved frontispieces for the 6 parts, the first 4 by Jean Le Paultre and the last 2 by Noel Cochin (1622-1695) after Ferrand, and many illustrations of military perspective, plans of fortifications, instruments of attack and defence of fortifications, etc. on 125 full-page engraved plates in the text, several plates in part V signed by R. Coquin. Pages: [36], 2; 133 (with the text and the corresponding plate numbered the same); 117, [3] pp.

Leather Bound. Condition: New. Language: French. Language: French. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2024, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1674. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - French, Pages: - 402, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 402 402.