Codice civile generale austriaco

1815

Not on view

Contemporary red morocco gold- and blind-tolled binding with large corners with a floral motif and central armorial stamps of Francis I, Emperor of Austria (1768-1835) framed by a double-diamond motif; blue silk doublures. This presentation binding was bound by Lodigiani of Milan (1777-1843), the greatest Italian bookbinder of his time. Signed at foot of spine "Lodisiana (six)/Rel."

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Title: Codice civile generale austriaco
Binder: Luigi Lodigiani (Italian, 1778–1843)
Date: 1815
Geography: Milan, Italy
Dimensions: Length: 9 13/16 in. (25 cm)
Credit Line: Gift of Jayne Wrightsman, 2008
Object Number: KKL273.1.Z94 C4 1815
Curatorial Department: Thomas J. Watson Library

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