1676 1st ed ARCHITECTURE Felibien Architects Cathedrals Rome Illustrated ART

1676 1^st ed ARCHITECTURE Felibien Architects Cathedrals Rome Illustrated ART

‘History of Architecture,’ written by Jean-Francois Felibien des Avaux, gives descriptions of various palaces, ports, cathedrals, forts, and villas many of which are based in Greek and Roman tradition. Iconic structures are discussed such as The Roman Pantheon, Solomon’s Palace, Notre Dame Cathedral, and Roman Aqueducts. Many important historical figures and Catholic popes are mentioned including Vespasian, Xerxes, Pope Urban IV, Alexander the Great and Alaric, King of Goths.

The impressive collection of 65 full-page engravings depicts architecture gear, painting accessories, and construction and carpentry tools.

Item number: #12133

Price: $950

FÉLIBIEN, Jean François

Des principes de l’architecture, de la sculpture, de la peinture, et des autres arts qui en dependent

A Paris : Chez Jean-Baptiste Coignard, 1676. First edition.

Details:

• Collation: Complete with all pages
  • [24], 795, [1]
  • 65 engraved plates
• References: Goldsmiths’-Kress no. 02190;
• Language: French
• Binding: Leather; tight & secure
• Size: ~10.25in X 7.75in (26cm x 19.5cm)

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