D. N. Justinien - Codicis D. Iustiniani - 1581

Extremely rare collection of this revived edition of the famous Code of Justinian, a fundamental text of Roman law compiled in the 6th century under the authority of Emperor Justinian within the framework of the Corpus Juris Civilis -

This code gathers and organizes the imperial constitutions, providing a legal synthesis that served as the basis for the administration and justice of the Byzantine Empire, and which exerted a lasting influence on European legal systems—

The two volumes offer a systematic presentation of the laws, enabling readers to navigate the complexity of Roman law while benefiting from a clear and orderly edition -

This rare and sought-after volume embodies both a major milestone in legal history and a precious bibliophilic object, bearing witness to the permanence of the Roman tradition and its foundational role in the evolution of Western law -

D. N. Justinian - Code of Justinian - 1581 - Volume I and II - Guillaume Rouillé -
7 pp + 1517 + 1520 + (About 150) pages 3201

Good condition of the bindings, works in their full antique tawny calfskin binding, wear from use and small losses, spine damaged, headcaps missing, corners worn, joints cracked, spine with raised bands, titles and volume numbers gilt, gilt lines framing the boards.

Good interior condition, browning and damp stains, pretty headbands, a beautiful drop cap, superb engraved title page -

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