Bidspirit auction | 1659 EMBLEMATA BY SAAVEDRA FAJARDO

1659 EMBLEMATA BY SAAVEDRA FAJARDO ANTIQUE VELLUM BINDING ILLUSTRATED - Saavedra Fajardo, D.d. Idea principis christiano-politici, 101 sijmbolis expreßa [symbolis expressa]. Amsterdam, Schipper ;1659 Size 3 by 5 1/3” [12] lvs., 831 pp., [2] lvs. Original vellum binding with manuscript title to the spine - STCN844232432. See KLL III, 2351. - Rare Amsterdam edition from 1659 by the Spanish diplomat and writer Saavedra (1584 - 1648), first published in 1640 and illustrated with numerous political emblems. ”In this work, the author combines the rich European tradition of princely mirrors, which in Spain goes back to the catecismos politico-morales of the 13th century, with the more recent tradition of emblem books” (KLL III, 2351). Ex- library Very good condition, minor wear, some soiling of vellum Text in Latin Please make all inquiries before bidding. All lots are sold ”as-is”, refer to our T&C. Helios Auctions will ship all lots domestically for $25.00 per lot. Combined and international shipping are available. The rates will be provided upon request.