1573 IL DECAMERON by Giovanni BOCCACCIO antique 16th CENTURY

img{max-width:100%} Il Decameron. Ricorretto in Roma, and emendato secondo l'ordine del Sacro Conc(ilio) di Trento. Nuovamente stampato. Florence, Giunta; 1573 Size 6 by 8 3/4" With woodcut title vignette and numerous figurative woodcut initials. 16 lvs, 580 pp. (partially incorrect pagination), 1 leaf Bound with: Annotationi et discorsi sopra alcuni luoghi del Decameron. Sopra la corretione di esso Boccaccio, stampato the year MDLXXIII. Florence, Giunta; 1574 With woodcut title vignette. and 1 woodcut double portrait. 20 lvs, 142 pages, 8 lvs. -Adams, B 2156. Brunet I, 1001. - Giunta edition called "Edizione dei deputati". Print variant with the lily on the title page - Although the text of this edition purified in accordance with the decisions of the Council of Trent (the clergymen involved in salacious situations were quickly transformed into lay people), this edition enjoys a good reputation due to the care that was taken with the text. - Full marbled leather ruled in gilt with gilt corner design Some marginal dampstains Armorial bookplate of Lord Battersea. Text in Italian ========================================= Please see my other auctions Thank You Refund Policy: We will issue a FULL REFUND, 100% money back if you are not satisfied with your purchase. Items must be returned to us within 20 days in order to receive a refund or replacement. Buyer is responsible for shipping costs. Powered by SixBit's eCommerce Solution