1789
Antiquities of Herculaneum Ancient ROME Art Pottery Vesuvius Pompeii RARE
Sylvain Marechal was known for some of the best and most interesting
illustrated works of history. Perhaps his most notable work was the ‘Antiquities of Herculaneum’ –
collections of hundreds of full-page engravings depicting ancient Roman
artifacts, art, coins, furniture, pottery, and more all found in Herculaneum
after its 18th-century discovery! This work contains dozens of
illustrations each with explanations by François-Anne David.
This eighth tome features 58 exquisite plates! Notable engravings
include views of decorative scales, candle fixtures and holders, stools and
furniture, pots and pitchers, and much more!
Item number: #20583
Price: $750
MARECHAL, Sylvain
Antiquites
d'Herculanum gravées par P. A. David avec leurs explications par P. Sylvain
Maréchal
Paris: chez David, 1789
Details:
· Collation:
Complete with all pages;
o
[6], 58
o 57 plates of engravings
· Provenance:
Armorial bookplate – Edward Milner
o
Likely Edward Carolus Milner (1858–1875), 5th son of Sir
William Mordaunt Edward Milner, 5th Baronet (1820–1867), a Whig politician. Edward
Milner was listed as a lieutenant in the Scots Guards. Motto: ADDIT FRENA FERIS
· Language: French
· Binding: Leather;
tight and secure
· Size: ~10.5in X 8in (26.5cm x 20cm)
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