C. Julius Cæsar; Martin Bladen - César - Commentaires (1737) | Édition de Prestige Palladio | Reliure Cuir | Annotations XIXe | 68 - 1737

Exceptional copy of the sixth edition (London, 1737) of Caesar's Commentaries, translated by Colonel Martin Bladen.

Prestige work combining rigorous academic translation, Andrea Palladio's twelve revolutionary engravings, and a remarkably preserved period full calf binding. Documented provenance with the inscription 'Who Vitalis, November 1835' and 19th-century handwritten annotations enriching the history.

This copy represents one of the most important innovations in 18th-century technical illustration, featuring a complete and comprehensive set of Palladio's plates.

Reference Edition - Sixth Edition (1737), translated by Bladen, completed.

✓ 12 Complete Engravings - Full Palladio game in excellent print condition
✓ Innovative Illustrations - Revolutionary illustrations from the 18th century (cavalier perspective, geometric reconstructions)
Documented rarity — Few specimens survive with this complete integrity.
Provenance Traced - Dated inscription + documented historical annotations
Authentic vintage binding - Calf leather, perfectly preserved
Remarkable State - Exceptional preservation after 298 years
✓ Major Academic Source - Reference for ancient military history and classical translation.
✓ Historical Character - 19th-century annotations enriching collection interest.

The 12 Engravings of Palladio

Precise geometric reconstructions of Roman military campaigns.

Condition of engravings: sharp and precise print, no plate wear, maximum ink contrast, striking hatching and well-rendered.

Political Dedication
Volume addressed to: Duke of Marlborough

Owner Registration

Who is Vitalis?
November 1835

Owner's brand establishing a certified historical traceability back to 1835.

Antique binding

Superb binding in full calf from the 18th century.

Overall condition: Excellent - Minor wear consistent with 298 years of history.

Interior pages - exceptional conservation

Superior vellum paper

Remarkable whiteness with very few brown spots
Very black printing ink.
Solid pages without fragility or friability.
Complete numbering of all the folios.
Full text without missing pages.

Format: In-folio (prestige grand format)
Dimensions: 20 cm (height) × 13 cm (width)

A truly exceptional specimen combining major historical importance, superior material quality, and certified provenance documentation.

Will be shipped securely, well packaged in shock-absorbing materials (reinforced bubble wrap + rigid cardboard).