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The Works of Virgil 1646

The Works of Virgil 1646

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P. Virgilii Maronis cum Veterum omnium Commentariis et Selectis recentiorum notis Nova Editio. Inscriptia viro Amplissimo Gualtero Valkenier, Amstelodami: Ambrahami Commelini, 1646, 4to.


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A substantial scholarly variorum edition of Virgil's works in an attractive contemporary vellum binding with a very attractive engraved title typical of the Dutch Golden Age engravers.


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Size: 200 x 247 mm (approx.)

 

Condition: 

Contemporary full vellum, central blindstamp design to both boards. Both boards are securely attached, the binding is secure. Binding rubbed, wear to extremities, corners bumped, a little warping of boards as often, some discolouration, but shows well. No attached bookplates, pencil inscription to front free endpaper. Contemporary inscription to head of title page 'Rich Gone'. A small number of leaves dog-eared. Text block mildly toned, but generally bright and clean throughout. An attractive, well presented copy. 

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