749 - ANTONIO NIBBY (1792–1839)

ANTONIO NIBBY (1792–1839) MARIANO VASI (1744–1820/1822) ITINÉRAIRE DE ROME ET DE SES ENVIRONS [A GUIDE TO ROME AND ITS SURROUNDINGS] 1 VOLUME. NINTH EDITION 1863. IN FRENCH. Rome, Printed by Aureli & Co., 1863 Compiled by A. Nibby, based on VASI’s work Ninth edition, carefully revised and expanded to include entries on all new archaeological discoveries and all developments since the previous edition 1 bound volume, XLVI–732 pp., complete with 2 fold-out maps and 18 plates, Antonio Nibby Italian archaeologist and topographer, professor of archaeology in Rome. Mariano Vasi Italian publisher and entrepreneur specialising in etching. The son of the famous engraver of Sicilian origin, Giuseppe Vasi, he joined him in the family workshop. On his father’s death in 1782, he took over the distribution of several of his publications. He also continued to publish and update the guidebooks for visitors to Rome, written by his father. Upon the buyer’s request, we are pleased to provide a general condition report for the Lot described above. However, as we are not professional conservators or restorers, we strongly advise prospective buyers to conduct their own inspection or consult a specialist or restorer of their choice for a comprehensive professional assessment. Any condition descriptions provided in the catalogue or through any correspondence are for guidance only and should not be considered a substitute for a firsthand evaluation. NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD ‘AS IS’ IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SALE PUBLISHED IN THE CATALOGUE.