1562 Italian Renaissance Courtier
Book Baldassare Castiglione Courtesan Venice
“Outward beauty is a true sign of inner
goodness. Just as with trees the beauty of the blossom testifies the goodness
of the fruit.” – Baldassare
Castiglione, The Book of the Courtier
A rare printing of Baldassare Castiglione’s ‘Book of the Courtier.’ This
work was an important portrayal of a European Renaissance court life and
discussed elements of philosophy and customs closely associated with courtier
life. Baldassare created a series of fictional conversations that resemble
those encountered in a royal court. These conversations discuss humanities,
fine arts, drama, classical art, mythology, women, humor, and love. This book
was known to have a significant influence on upper class society in the
centuries following its release.
Item number: #24053
Price: $950
CASTIGLIONE, Baldassarre
Il cortigiano del conte Baldassar Castiglione. Novamente stampato, et
con somma diligentia rivedvto & corretto
In Venetia: [Appresso F. Rampazetto, 1562.]
Details:
·
Collation: complete with all pages
o
[24], 366, [2]
o Signatures: A-Q12 R6
· References:
USTC 819526
· Language: Italian
· Binding: Vellum;
tight and secure
· Size: ~5.5in X 3in (14cm x 7.5cm)
· Very rare and desirable
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