Marsigli Comte (3 results)

Venezia, Andrea Poletti, 1711. Large 4to (26.6 x 20.6 cm). Half title, title page, 76 pp.; four hand-coloured engraved plates on three leaves. Contemporary blind soft boards, spine with later cloth strip. = Two papers by Count Marsigli, bound together with a single title, being the first edition of his famous work on the history of the seas, and a treatise on the scale insect causing galls in oak trees from which crimson dye was originally extracted. The first paper deals with red coral, with description and illustration of the living polypes. Marsigli was the first to understand that corals were not plants. The second paper, also finely illustrated, shows the true origin and nature of the crimson dye, giving a detailed description of the coccid genus Kermes (Hemiptera). Both papers are very rare. Small, weak, old stamp on front board and half title, edges slightly frayed, paper repair to lower edge of title page, otherwise a very good and clean copy. Nissen ZBI, 2700.

's Gravenhage, De Compagnie, 1786. Folio (41.6 x 26.0 cm). Half-title, a nice hand-coloured engraved allegorical frontispiece, title page with woodcut vignette. [ii], xxvi, 216 pp.; seven mostly folded engravings, five hand-coloured engraved maps and profiles, and 40 beautifully hand-coloured engraved plates (for a total of 52 plates and maps), woodcut endpieces and capitals. Contemporary half calf over speckled boards. Spine with six raised bands, compartments with gilt floral vignettes and burgundy morocco label with gilt title. = Very rare contemporary hand-coloured copy of the Dutch translation of the earliest treatise on oceanography, written by Luigi Fernando Marsigli (1658-1730) and first published in 1724. All plates depict parts of the Mediterranean coast, and various sea life. Koeman states that he also published the first sea maps/charts with hydrographical surveying and was the first to draw depth-lines on sea charts. The quadruple view on plate IV is in fact a very early geological profile and would be hard to understand if not for the accurate colouring. The preface for this edition is by the famous Dutch naturalist and physician Herman Boerhaave, who added a preface in French and Latin. This book is divided into four parts. An anticipated fifth part about fish and insects was never published. The first part discusses oceans and lakes, the second deals with water and its changes through temperature and wind, the third covers ocean streams and movements of water and the fourth discusses marine flora and fauna, especially corals. Marsigli was the first to observe that corals are animals. At that time, corals were still called "flowers of the oceans" and believed to be plants. These coral specimens, as well as seaweeds, etc., are magnificently illustrated on eight hand-coloured plates. Several plates show the method used by fishermen to collect the precious red coral from beneath overhanging rock slopes in deep water with the clever use of rotating tangle nets. Marsigli donated his whole collection of natural history specimens and books to the Academy of Sciences and Arts in Bologna, which he founded in 1715 and which still exists today. Spine rebacked. Pages untrimmed. Internally a fine, clean copy. Cat. BM(NH) p. 1247; DSB 9, p.135; Koeman, Atlantes Neerlandici p. 274; Nissen ZBI, 2699.

Leather Bound. Condition: New. 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 1732. 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. Pages: - 465, 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. 465 465.