Vecellio - Costumes Anciens et Modernes - 1859-1860
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Costumes Anciens et Modernes by Cesare Vecellio, a two‑volume illustrated edition in blue half‑leather binding with 513 plates, Paris 1859–1860, in French with Italian text, originally in French.
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CINQUECENTOTREDICI COSTUMI RACCONTANO IL MONDO - mint condition - collector's copy
A large illustrated collection dedicated to the ancient and modern clothes of the peoples of the world. Beautiful copy in pristine condition.
In two volumes, it brings together 513 plates of costumes from Cesare Vecellio's famous sixteenth-century works.
The figures, wood-engraved by Huyot, display garments, ornaments and silhouettes tied to different eras and societies.
The texts in Italian and French accompany the images and explain their subjects.
The edition is preceded by an essay by Firmin-Didot on the history of wood engraving.
ABSTRACT
Important illustrated work on the history of costume, published in Paris by Firmin-Didot between 1859 and 1860. The two volumes contain 513 plates printed out of text with figures engraved in wood by Huyot, taken from Vecellio’s three sixteenth-century editions. The images are accompanied by texts in Italian and French; the volume is introduced by a Firmin-Didot essay devoted to wood engraving.
WHY TO BUY
The collection offers an extensive visual repertoire of historical clothing and silhouettes, with subjects ranging from European costumes to those of Asia and the Americas. The pairing of illustrations and bilingual descriptions makes the work interesting both for fashion studies and for material culture and the representation of peoples. The 513 plates, the two-volume editorial format, and the blue half-leather binding give it notable collectible presence.
MARKET VALUE - COLLECTOR'S COPY
A beautiful copy in mint condition. Indicative value: €550–650. The half-leather binding and two-volume presentation are favorable elements.
PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION AND CONDITION
Two volumes, blue half-leather binding with raised spine and gilt top edge. The edition includes 513 plates out of text, engraved in wood by Huyot, and an introductory essay by Firmin-Didot. Pages with some browning and physiological foxing. In old books with a centuries-long history, some imperfections may be present, not always noted in the description. This listing contains AI Rendering. Refer to the original photographs to verify the actual condition of the item. The images are an integral part of the description. Pp. Volume I: pp. 10, (468), 18 = 496 pages
Volume II: pp. (558), 20 = 578 pages
FULL TITLE AND AUTHOR
Costumes anciens et modernes.
Paris, Typographie de Firmin Didot Frères, Fils et Cie, 1859–1860.
Cesare Vecellio.
CONTEXT AND SIGNIFICANCE
Vecellio’s costume collections constitute a vast illustrated repertoire of XVI-century dress. The plates depict men and women belonging to diverse peoples and social groups, showing the variety of garments, accessories and silhouettes attributed to different regions of the world. The nineteenth-century edition re-proposes these images in a new series carved in wood and pairs them with texts in Italian and French, offering a record of the publication history and collecting fortune of the work.
BRIEF BIOGRAPHY OF THE AUTHOR
Cesare Vecellio was born in Cadore in 1530 and died in Venice in 1606. Painter and author of illustrated collections, he is best remembered for works dedicated to costumes, in which imagery becomes a tool of observation and documentation of the clothes and customs of his time.
PRINTING HISTORY AND CIRCULATION
The Paris edition by Firmin-Didot was published in two volumes between 1859 and 1860. It reproduces the costumes drawn from Vecellio’s three sixteenth-century editions through 513 plates out of text, engraved in wood by Huyot. The work is preceded by a Firmin-Didot essay on wood engraving and is accompanied by texts in Italian and French.
BIBLIOGRAPHY AND REFERENCES
Colas, 2980.
Seller's Story
Luxury Books: Your Go-To Guide for Nabbing Literary Treasures!
Embarking on the thrilling journey of collecting rare and timeless printed works? Here's your snappy rundown, "The Collector's Cheat Sheet," to ensure you're not just flipping pages but stacking up the value:
1. Edition and Rarity: Rarity is the name of the game. First editions, limited printings, and books flaunting unique features like eye-catching illustrations or mind-blowing bindings? Consider them the VIPs of the collector's world.
2. Condition & Dimension: Picture this – a book in mint condition, untouched by the woes of wear and tear. Now, flip the script: wear, foxing, discoloration – they're the villains here. And don't forget to size up the dimensions, because a book's size matters in the collector's universe.
3. Authenticity: In a world of replicas and forgeries, verifying a book's authenticity is your superhero move. Expert examination and authentication – your trusty sidekicks in this quest.
4. Provenance: Who owned it before you? If the book has hobnobbed with famous figures or danced through historical events, its value skyrockets. Every book has a story, but some have blockbuster tales.
5. Demand and Market Trends: Think of book values as the stock market of the literary world. Stay savvy on collector trends and market shifts to ride the waves of value.
6. Subject Matter: Some topics are like fine wine – they get better with time. Dive into subjects with a timeless appeal or ride the wave of emerging cultural and historical relevance.
7. Binding and Design: Beauty is more than skin deep. Intricate bindings, stunning covers, and illustrations – these are the accessories that make a book runway-ready in the collector's eyes.
8. Association Copies: Books with a personal touch – whether it's a connection to the author or a famous personality – elevate the historical vibes. A book with a backstory? Count us in.
9. Investment Potential: Passion is the engine, but some collectors eye future returns. Keep in mind, though, that the book market can be as unpredictable as a plot twist.
10. Expert Advice: New to the game? Don't play solo. Seek wisdom from the book gurus, hit up book fairs, and join collector communities. We at Luxury Books are the Yodas of the rare book galaxy, helping you build collections that scream sophistication and cultural clout.
Because collecting rare books isn't just about dollar signs – it's a journey of preserving heritage and embracing literary treasures. Happy collecting!
Translated by Google TranslateCINQUECENTOTREDICI COSTUMI RACCONTANO IL MONDO - mint condition - collector's copy
A large illustrated collection dedicated to the ancient and modern clothes of the peoples of the world. Beautiful copy in pristine condition.
In two volumes, it brings together 513 plates of costumes from Cesare Vecellio's famous sixteenth-century works.
The figures, wood-engraved by Huyot, display garments, ornaments and silhouettes tied to different eras and societies.
The texts in Italian and French accompany the images and explain their subjects.
The edition is preceded by an essay by Firmin-Didot on the history of wood engraving.
ABSTRACT
Important illustrated work on the history of costume, published in Paris by Firmin-Didot between 1859 and 1860. The two volumes contain 513 plates printed out of text with figures engraved in wood by Huyot, taken from Vecellio’s three sixteenth-century editions. The images are accompanied by texts in Italian and French; the volume is introduced by a Firmin-Didot essay devoted to wood engraving.
WHY TO BUY
The collection offers an extensive visual repertoire of historical clothing and silhouettes, with subjects ranging from European costumes to those of Asia and the Americas. The pairing of illustrations and bilingual descriptions makes the work interesting both for fashion studies and for material culture and the representation of peoples. The 513 plates, the two-volume editorial format, and the blue half-leather binding give it notable collectible presence.
MARKET VALUE - COLLECTOR'S COPY
A beautiful copy in mint condition. Indicative value: €550–650. The half-leather binding and two-volume presentation are favorable elements.
PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION AND CONDITION
Two volumes, blue half-leather binding with raised spine and gilt top edge. The edition includes 513 plates out of text, engraved in wood by Huyot, and an introductory essay by Firmin-Didot. Pages with some browning and physiological foxing. In old books with a centuries-long history, some imperfections may be present, not always noted in the description. This listing contains AI Rendering. Refer to the original photographs to verify the actual condition of the item. The images are an integral part of the description. Pp. Volume I: pp. 10, (468), 18 = 496 pages
Volume II: pp. (558), 20 = 578 pages
FULL TITLE AND AUTHOR
Costumes anciens et modernes.
Paris, Typographie de Firmin Didot Frères, Fils et Cie, 1859–1860.
Cesare Vecellio.
CONTEXT AND SIGNIFICANCE
Vecellio’s costume collections constitute a vast illustrated repertoire of XVI-century dress. The plates depict men and women belonging to diverse peoples and social groups, showing the variety of garments, accessories and silhouettes attributed to different regions of the world. The nineteenth-century edition re-proposes these images in a new series carved in wood and pairs them with texts in Italian and French, offering a record of the publication history and collecting fortune of the work.
BRIEF BIOGRAPHY OF THE AUTHOR
Cesare Vecellio was born in Cadore in 1530 and died in Venice in 1606. Painter and author of illustrated collections, he is best remembered for works dedicated to costumes, in which imagery becomes a tool of observation and documentation of the clothes and customs of his time.
PRINTING HISTORY AND CIRCULATION
The Paris edition by Firmin-Didot was published in two volumes between 1859 and 1860. It reproduces the costumes drawn from Vecellio’s three sixteenth-century editions through 513 plates out of text, engraved in wood by Huyot. The work is preceded by a Firmin-Didot essay on wood engraving and is accompanied by texts in Italian and French.
BIBLIOGRAPHY AND REFERENCES
Colas, 2980.
Seller's Story
Luxury Books: Your Go-To Guide for Nabbing Literary Treasures!
Embarking on the thrilling journey of collecting rare and timeless printed works? Here's your snappy rundown, "The Collector's Cheat Sheet," to ensure you're not just flipping pages but stacking up the value:
1. Edition and Rarity: Rarity is the name of the game. First editions, limited printings, and books flaunting unique features like eye-catching illustrations or mind-blowing bindings? Consider them the VIPs of the collector's world.
2. Condition & Dimension: Picture this – a book in mint condition, untouched by the woes of wear and tear. Now, flip the script: wear, foxing, discoloration – they're the villains here. And don't forget to size up the dimensions, because a book's size matters in the collector's universe.
3. Authenticity: In a world of replicas and forgeries, verifying a book's authenticity is your superhero move. Expert examination and authentication – your trusty sidekicks in this quest.
4. Provenance: Who owned it before you? If the book has hobnobbed with famous figures or danced through historical events, its value skyrockets. Every book has a story, but some have blockbuster tales.
5. Demand and Market Trends: Think of book values as the stock market of the literary world. Stay savvy on collector trends and market shifts to ride the waves of value.
6. Subject Matter: Some topics are like fine wine – they get better with time. Dive into subjects with a timeless appeal or ride the wave of emerging cultural and historical relevance.
7. Binding and Design: Beauty is more than skin deep. Intricate bindings, stunning covers, and illustrations – these are the accessories that make a book runway-ready in the collector's eyes.
8. Association Copies: Books with a personal touch – whether it's a connection to the author or a famous personality – elevate the historical vibes. A book with a backstory? Count us in.
9. Investment Potential: Passion is the engine, but some collectors eye future returns. Keep in mind, though, that the book market can be as unpredictable as a plot twist.
10. Expert Advice: New to the game? Don't play solo. Seek wisdom from the book gurus, hit up book fairs, and join collector communities. We at Luxury Books are the Yodas of the rare book galaxy, helping you build collections that scream sophistication and cultural clout.
Because collecting rare books isn't just about dollar signs – it's a journey of preserving heritage and embracing literary treasures. Happy collecting!
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Number of books
2
Subject
History
Book title
Costumes Anciens et Modernes
Author/ Illustrator
Vecellio
Condition
Good
Publication year oldest item
1859
Publication year youngest item
1860
Edition
1st Edition Thus, Illustrated Edition
Language
French
Original language
Yes
Publisher
Paris, Typographie de Firmin Didot Frères, Fils et Cie, 1859–1860
Binding/ Material
Half leather
Extras
Tipped in plates
Number of pages
1074
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