Engraved portrait, woodcut initials, and geometrically constructed alphabet re-cut after the originals. xxviii, 106pp. 1 vols. 4
1971 · Verona
by Torniello, Francesco
Verona: [Officina Bodoni], 1971. Number 69 of 160 copies. Engraved portrait, woodcut initials, and geometrically constructed alphabet re-cut after the originals. xxviii, 106pp. 1 vols. 4to. Quarter blue morocco, vellum colored linson boards printed in Torniello's letters. Fine in slightly rubbed slipcase. Number 69 of 160 copies. Engraved portrait, woodcut initials, and geometrically constructed alphabet re-cut after the originals. xxviii, 106pp. 1 vols. 4to. First edition combining the original Italian of 1517 with English translations of Mardersteig's essay and Torniello's text translated by Betty Radice. This is the first edition in English. The Torniello alphabet appears side by side with the Pacioli alphabet. Schmoller 170
(Inventory #: 322244)