Scamozzi, Vincenzo

2 volumes in one, folio (350 x 218mm.), engraved title-pages, woodcut device on letterpress title-pages, woodcut initials and headpieces, woodcut and engraved illustrations by Scamozzi (some double-page), with blank leaves H4 and Ll4, contemporary vellum, modern slipcase, occasional show-through from engravings, upper joint cracked and repaired

Clarita Thomsen, bookplate

BAL RIBA 2917

Condition is described in the main body of the cataloguing, where appropriate
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

FIRST EDITION of Scamozzi's monumental architectural compilation, containing books 1-3 and 6-8 of the projected ten books, which were not completed before Scamozzi died in 1616. Somewhat unusually, the corrector of the text, Antonio Ramiro, is named at the end of each section. The book had more influence in northern than southern Europe, and many adaptations and translations were made through to the early nineteenth century.