DA BARBERINO, Francesco (1264-1348) - Documenti d'amore. Rome: Mascardi, 1640. A fine copy in contemporary binding of the work of Francesco da Barberino. Barberino, together with Cavalcanti and Dante, was a scholar of Brunetto Latino and the work "Documenti d'amore" mentions Dante's Commedia for the first time. 4to (235 x 160mm). Half-title, illustrated title, 15 plates, woodcut headpieces and initials (occasional browning). Contemporary red morocco, gilt title and decorations on spine, marbled edges, blue silk bookmark. Provenance: Marbury Hall (book plate).

Estimate € 300 - 500

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