
Description
(A detailed history of all spiritual and secular monastic and knightly orders for both sexes...)
Vols. 8 (of 8)
Leipzig, Arkstee und Merkus; 1756
Size 8 by 9 3/4 inches
Fully illustrated with copper plates
4 leaves, 530 pages, 13 leaves
3/4 vellum over cardboard, blue edges
First German edition of what is probably the most comprehensive work on religious costumes
Worn binding. Very good interior.
Reserve: $300.00
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1756 ILLUSTRATED COSTUME HISTORY of MONKS & KNIGHTS for both sexes antique
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Ink of Ages: 15th-19th Century Antique Books
Apr 09, 2026 4:30 PM EDTNew York, NY, United States
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