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

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

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

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

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book presents the full historical account of the groundbreaking 1785 operation to raise the Fenice, a large naval vessel that sank in the Canale Spignon in Venice in 1783. The operation was a massive undertaking, requiring the coordination of multiple ships, barges, and other equipment. The author, a skilled mariner and engineer, was instrumental in the successful execution of the operation and provides a detailed narrative of the challenges and innovations involved. The book offers valuable insights into the state of naval engineering and salvage techniques in the 18th century, highlighting the ingenuity and determination of those involved in this remarkable feat. 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.

In-4 (18 cm) (1)c. (antiporta) XXXII 90 (2) II c. (parte prima) (carte di tav. ripiegate) V c. (carte di tav. ripiegate). Piena pergamena coeva, contropiatti rivestiti di carta decorata e tassello di pelle al dorso. Piccola mancanza di pergamena al piatto anteriore. Gora parziale ma persistente a due delle sette bellissime tavole ripiegate. Opera rara. L'antiporta calcografica e le 7 tavole sono disegnate da G. Cason e incise da Giuseppe Daniotto. Titolo completo :"Descrizione istorica dell'estrazione della pubblica nave la Fenice dal canale Spignon, in cui giacque circa tre anni totalmente sommersa: impresa dall'eccellentiss.mo Senato appoggiata alla nota esperienza del nobil uomo E. Giovanni Zusto prestantissimo Senatore e verificata sotto la di Lui direzione e comando. Scritta in ordine al Decreto 23 Novembre 1786". L'opera descrive le modalità tecnologiche di recupero della nave da guerra La Fenice, dotata di 74 cannoni, illustrando i dettagli tramite le 7 tavole ripiegate. (EN) In-4 (18 cm) (1)c. (frontispiece) XXXII 90 (2) II c. (first part) (folded plates) V c. (folded plates). Contemporary full parchment, back covers covered with decorated paper and leather insert on the spine. Persistent stain on two of the seven beautiful folded plates. Tear without loss of text near a fold of a plate. Rare work. The chalcographic frontispiece and the 7 plates are designed by G. Cason and engraved by Giuseppe Daniotto. The work describes the technological methods of recovery of the warship La Fenice, equipped with 74 cannons, illustrating the details through the 7 folded plates. 18mo Secolo.

cartonato. Condition: Good. in-4 (270x200 mm), pp. XXXII (le prime due bianche), 90, (2). Leg. coeva cart. marmorizz., tit. ms. al dorso. Con antiporta allegorico e 7 interessantissime grandi tavole più volte ripieg. f.t. (mm 475 x 590), disegnate da Gius. Cason e finem. incise in rame da Gius. Daniotto; esse raffigurano in maniera nitida e dettagliata la nave ed i vari apparati tecnici impiegati per recuperarla. L'opera espone i vani tentativi precedentemente fatti, i nuovi modelli e metodi impiegati, le verifiche e le decisioni della commissione incaricata di portare alla luce la nave da guerra veneziana di settantaquattro cannoni, detta la Fenice, che giaceva sul fondo della laguna. Prima ed unica edizione di ''opera importantissima per gli studiosi della meccanica applicata alla nautica'' (Riccardi). Magnifico esemplare. Riccardi I, 407. Cicogna 1458. Morazzoni 263. Book.

in-4, pp. XXXII, 90, (2), bella leg. m. perg. coeva con doppio tass. al d., piatti in carta dec. Splendido antip. inc. raff. scena d'interno con G. Zusto e allegoria di Venezia, sullo sfondo scena marina, finemente inc. in rame da Giuseppe Daniotto. L'opera racconta la complessa operazione di recupero della nave da guerra veneziana "la Fenice" dai fondali del canale Spignon nel Porto di Malamocco, affondata nel 1785 dopo l'alloggiamento eccezionale di 74 cannoni, e descrive i precedenti falliti tentativi di farla riemergere. Il tutto illustrato da 7 splendide tavv. in rame (mm.475x590), su doppia pagina e più volte ripiegate al fine, inc. da Daniotto su rilievi e disegni di Giuseppe Cason. Da pag.XIII a pag.XIX indispensabile dizionarietto dei termini nautici per l'interpretazione delle tavole. Rara ediz. orig. Riccardi I, 407: "E' opera interessantissima per gli studiosi della meccanica applicata alla nautica". Cicogna 1458. Morazzoni 263. Ex libris. Alcuni calcoli matematici mss al front. di calligrafia coeva. Ottimo esempl. su carta forte. [290].

Leatherbound. Condition: NEW. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. Leatherbound edition. Condition: New. 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. Pages: 166. A perfect gift for your loved ones. Reprinted from 1789 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. 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 Pages: 166.

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 1789. 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: - 90, 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. 90 90.

Leather Bound. Condition: New. Language: Italian. Language: Italian. 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 1789. 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: - Italian, Pages: - 166, 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. 166 166.