GALLUCCI, Giovanni Paolo (1538-1621) - Della fabrica et uso di diversi stromenti di astronomia et cosmografia

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Lot 162 | GALLUCCI, Giovanni Paolo (1538-1621) - Della fabrica et uso di diversi stromenti di astronomia et cosmografia
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GALLUCCI, Giovanni Paolo (1538-1621) - Della fabrica et uso di diversi stromenti di astronomia et cosmografia. Venice: Roberto Meietti, 1598. Second edition, very similarly printed to the first published the previous year. An important work for the knowledge of the astronomical and mathematical instruments used in the 16th-century. 4to (205 x 114mm). Engraved title within architectural border with scientific instruments and Meietti's printer's device, numerous woodcut plates, some of large format and a folding table, initials, 2P1 with volvelles attached on recto and verso, 2Q1 just on verso (occasional light spotting, some browning and waterstaining, light worming at inner margin, 2P1 with small paperflaw). 18th-century half calf over mabled paper boards, spine label, red edges (some small wormholes on spine, extremities lightly rubbed and some wear to joints). The number of volvelles may vary depending on the copy. Provenance: Giovan Battista Borgo (early ownership inscription on title).
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