Language: French
Published by GERARD WOLSSCHAT, 1615
Seller: Librairie l'Aspidistra, Mesvin, BE, Belgium
Couverture souple. Condition: Très bon. PREMIÈRE ÉDITION FRANCAISE 1615, (315 x 200 mm), frontispice gravé représentant deux chevaliers à cheval, un autre avec lance et deux figures allégoriques, Pallas et Hercule, et une bataille en arrière-plan, 13 planches gravées dont 5 pliéés, Un bel exemplaire annoté sur la page de garde et avec des signatures des propriétaires de ce livre précieux. Lodovico Melzo (1558-1617) est né à Milan dans une importante famille milanaise. Il est devenu membre des Chevaliers de Saint-Jean de Jérusalem et représente le soldat italien professionnel de l'époque. Il était lieutenant général de la cavalerie espagnole aux Pays-Bas à la Trêve de 1609. Les très belles planches montrent des cavaliers, des scènes de bataille, des dispositions de troupes et des exercices, etc. différents paysages avec arbres, des villages, des châteaux etc. travaillant dans les champs. Ce célèbre ouvrage sur l'équitation militaire a été publié pour la première fois en italien à Anvers en 1611. Il a été traduit en anglais, espagnol et allemand ainsi qu'en français, il s¿agit ici de l¿édition anversoise de 1615, avec une reliure (probablement d¿époque) en parchemin et en bon état, les cordons qui fermaient l¿ouvrage ont cependant disparus. Un ouvrage exceptionnel.
Publication Date: 2017
Seller: Gyan Books Pvt. Ltd., Delhi, India
Leather Bound. Condition: New. Language: French. {Size: 14.60 x 22.86 cms} 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 2017, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1615. 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:- 269, 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. 269.
Publication Date: 2017
Seller: Gyan Books Pvt. Ltd., Delhi, India
Full Leather Bound. Condition: NEW. Language: French. {Size: 14.60 x 22.86 cms} A Unique Premium Leather-Bound book for elite readers/collectors of old rare books. An Original Leather is being used for binding this book with Golden Leaf Printing and designing on Spine, front and Back of the book with edge gilding. WE HAVE MULTIPLE OPTIONS IN COLOR OF LEATHER RED, GREEN, BLUE, MAGENTA, TAN, PURPLE DEEP BROWN, BLACK AND WITH DIFFERENT COLOR LABELS. YOU MAY CHOOSE ANY COLOR OF YOUR CHOICE AND MAIL US. This service is chargeable. Original edition was published in [1615] and this unique edition is Reprinted in 2017 with the help of original edition. Black & white printing on high quality natural shade paper with sewing binding for longer life, professionally processed without changing its contents. As these are old books, we processed each page manually on computer and make them readable. We give our best to give you the best book but in some cases we have to adjust few pages which are blur or missing or black spots. If it is multi volume set, then it is only single volume. We hope that you understand these issues in these old treasure. This is an important book for the readers who want to know more about our old treasure. Our dedicated team is trying to bring these rare books back to the shelves. We are also giving service of printing the hard-to-find books which are not listed in our store. Hope you will like it and give your comments and suggestions. Lang: - French, Pages 269, Print on Demand. Product Disclaimer: Please be aware that because leather is a natural material, slight discoloration or change in texture may be visible. {FOLIO EDITION (Size 12x19 Inches) IS ALSO AVAILABLE ON REQUEST}. 269.