Bidspirit auction | 1541 JEWISH WARS BY JOSEPHUS

1541 JEWISH WARS BY JOSEPHUS FLAVIUS ANTIQUE VELLUM BOUND 16TH CENTURY ITALIAN - Josephus Flavius Giosefo nel qual si tratta de le guerre de Giudei. Venice: Vittore e Pietro Ravani; [1541] Printer's mark on the title page and at the colophon, woodcut initials Small burn damage to the fore edge, later vellum, new endpapers Provenance: Loci Capuccinos Salisburg (early ownership entry at the title page) Some early annotations Venetian edition of the fundamental work by Flavio Giuseppe printed by the Ravani family. The printer's mark on the title page is curiously censored by a early hand. Size 4 1/4 by 6 inches 324 lvs. Text in Italian. A remarkable collectible, offering historical significance and aesthetic appeal. Ideal for the discerning collector or as a unique display piece. 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.