Aldrovandi 1642 FOLIO - 2 Furry Human Engravings

Aldrovandi 1642 FOLIO - 2 Furry Human Engravings (image 1/1)
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Please Scroll Below for Larger Image Group of 2 Engravings of Furry Humans: Foemina cinnaminiae gentis. 20 & Mas Cinnaminiae gentis. 19 Puella pilosa annorum dudecim. 17 & Puella pilosa annorum octo alterius foror. 18 (One plate with images on both sides. Please review the images below.) Information: This group of extraordinarily rare, first edition, folio engravings is from Ulyssis Aldrovandi’s Monstrorum Historia . The work was published between 1642 and 1657 in Bologna, Italy by N. Tebaldini for M. A. Bernia. As indicated by the title, the woodcut engravings in this work feature often imaginative fantastic and strange creatures including deformed humans and animals. Aldrovandi was an Italian botanist, pharmacologist, and noted author. He channeled much of his life’s work into collecting, writing and illustrating different biological specimens. His collection is now in display in the University in Bologna. Guarantee: These prints are original antique prints and not a modern reproduction. I guarantee these prints to be authentic. Due to its age, some imperfections can be expected. Please view the detailed photo(s) below carefully. General Information: Invoices will be sent through eBay's checkout system within 24 hours of the auction ending. Shipping is via USPS, and I ship Monday through Friday. All shipments are insured. read more
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