Explication de divers monumens singuliers, qui ont rapport a la religion des plus anciens peuples.
Includes examination of the latest edition of the works of St.Jerome and treatise on "Judicial Astrology"
by [Martin, Jacques,Dom]
Paris, Lambert & Durand; 1739
With woodcut title vignette, engraved dedication, engraved vignette, and 12 folded copperplate engravings
(Ceremonies observed in Roman funerals, Bacchus Psilas, Druids of Gaul, Cult rendered to the Infernal Gods, Religion of the Egyptians, On the God Mithras, Venus Epitragia, Isis Singuliere, On the God Pactolus, Marriage of the Romans, Mysteries of Ceres, etc.)
1 leaf, LXVI, 487 pp., 1 leaf
Early 20th century half-leather binding.
Spine with raised bands and gilt title.
Very good interior, binding with repaired spine and weak back hinge.
-Brunet III, 1496. Ebert 13280. First edition. -
Ex-library copy.
Wide margins, somewhat browned.
Size: 8 by 10 inches
Text in French

This work analyzes ancient archaeological and iconographic monuments to decipher their religious meanings, often linked to pagan mythologies, and includes reflections on religious texts such as those of Saint Jerome and treatise on astrology.



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