VERRI, Pietro (1728-1797) - Storia di Milano. Milan: Giuseppe Marelli, 1783-98. Rare first edition printed on strong paper of this milestone in Milanese history illustrated with copper engravings by Cagnoni based on Torelli's drawings. 2 volumes, 4to (273 x 210mm). Frontispiece with printer's device, folded map of the city, genealogical table and 6 engraved plates mostly folding, woodcut headpieces and initials (occasional light dampstaining more visible on the first pages of text, few pages with browning or foxing, P4 in vol. II with a small marginal tear without loss). Half calf on marbled paper boards, spine decorated in gold with paper label, red speckled edges (expertly rebacked preserving original spine, some light wear); preserved in modern decorated paper cases. (2)

Estimate € 200 - 300

Sold € 700