[PIAZZETTA, Giovan Battista (1683-1754)] - Naturam Referens Patet Ars Sed Utrumque Magistra. Venice: Teodoro Viero, [ca. 1785]. A tribute to Piazzetta's work through the study of the paintings of Marco Pitteri and Francesco Bartolozzi. Several editions were published, here the tables are numbered I-XLVIII; there are various watermarks including one with the three half moons. Oblong folio (288 x 415mm). Frontispiece engraved by Pitteri, 48 plates engraved by Marco Pitteri and Francesco Bartolozzi (some soiling and light staining, lacking dedication and text). Contemporary half calf on decorated paper boards (some wear, corners bumped).

Estimate € 500 - 800

Sold € 550