1517 Ausonius Epigrams Aldus Manutius ALDINE PRESS Latin Poetry Venice Humanism

1517 Ausonius Epigrams Aldus Manutius ALDINE PRESS Latin Poetry Venice Humanism

This 1517 Aldine edition of Epigrammata by Decimus Magnus Ausonius compiles a collection of concise, elegant Latin verses exploring varied themes from Roman daily life to philosophical reflections. Printed in Venice by the legendary Aldus Manutius, renowned for his influential role in Renaissance humanism and refined typography, this volume notably bears the iconic anchor-and-dolphin printer’s mark.

Item number: #26585

Price: $2500

AUSONIUS, Decimus Magnus

Ausonius

Venetiis: In aedibus Aldi et Andreae soceri, 1517. First Edition.

Details:

• Collation: Complete
  • 107 leaves, [2]
  • Signatures: A-O⁴
• Reference(s): USTC 811535; Adams A 2278
• Provenance: Armorial bookplate – Robert Walsingham Martin
  • Robert Walsingham Martin (1871-1961) was a New York banker and bibliophile. As a member of the Grolier Club, he held an impressive collection of illuminated manuscripts and early printings of Elizabethan classics, including early Aldine imprints. He also especially enjoyed gathering works with fine and decorative bindings.
• Language: Latin
• Binding: Leather; tight and secure
• Size: ~6.25in X 4.25in (15.5cm x 10.5cm)
• VERY rare, valuable, and desirable

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