Alfonso Varano Varano, Alfonso - John of Giscala Venice, Appresso Pietro Valvasense, MDCCLIV (1754). 4°. Beautiful figured antiporta designed by Ghedini and engraved by Zucchi, vignette on title page engraved by Andrea Bolzoni from a design by Francesco Pellegrini, large header to preface letter and many other vignettes at the beginning of each scene of the tragedy with portraits of pontiffs and emperors, 4 finales, some historiated initials and a large number of typographical friezes, perfect specimen. Modern decorated cardboard binding.

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