LATINI, LO SCALCO, NAPLES, 1694, CONTEMPORARY VELLUM

part 1 only (of 2), 4to (205 x 144mm.), engraved frontispiece portrait, woodcut initials, head- and tailpieces, 3 folding engraved plates, errata leaf at end, contemporary vellum, a few small inkstains, occasional light browning, one plate torn with loss, binding slightly soiled and rubbed

Discalced Carmelites of Sta Maria della Sesa, Mussomeli (Sicily), inscription on flyleaf dated 172[3?] and on verso of frontispiece

Fondazione BING 1104; Paleari Henssler p.420; Vicaire col. 492

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."

Second edition, a reissue of the first of 1692 with a new title-page and dedication (the second part was first published in 1694). Latini started his career in the service of the Barberini family in Rome and became scalco (the courtier in charge of the kitchens and therefore banquets) at the royal court of Naples. He was the first in Italy to promote the use of tomatoes in cooking (until this date they were mostly used as decoration).