Bidspirit auction | 1567 ARISTOTLE COMMENTARY ANTIQUE PIGSKIN

1567 ARISTOTLE COMMENTARY ANTIQUE PIGSKIN BINDING W/ CLASPS RARE 16TH CENTURY - Castellani, G. In libros Aristotelis de humano intellectu. Venice; 1567. [8], 77, [5] lvs. First edition from 1567. Rare commentary on Aristotle, the author was an Italian theologian, philosopher and, among other things, holder of the chair for philosophy at the Sapienza University in Rome (USTC 819369) Bound with: Hieronimi Osorii Lusitani De Gloria Libri V. Florence; 1552 295 pp. A discussion of the work of Cicero by the Portuguese bishop and historian Jeronio Osorio (1506-80), first published in 1549, here in the Florentine edition of 1552 (USTC 845587) Size 6 by 8.5” Original blind tooled pigskin with clasps (not working), worn, with stain Lacks endpapers, front hinge broken. With some marginalia and underlinings by an old hand. good interior w/ few occasional stains Ex library of a dissolved monastery. Text in Latin. 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.