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Rare 1596 Antique Legal Book Nicolao Valla "De Rebus Dubiis" Latin Text Vellum

Description: Rare 1596 Antique Legal Book Nicolao Valla "De Rebus Dubiis" Latin Text Vellum Bound. Full title: De Rebus Dubiis et Quaestionibus in Iure Controversis, Tractatus XX. Published in Italy by Andrea de Bachè (Cum Gratia et Privilegio Caes. Maiest. ad decennium. M.D. XCVI) This indicates that the book was published with the approval and privilege of the Holy Roman Emperor for a decade. This was a common practice for important works during this time. Dedication: The book is dedicated to Christopherus Kelnerus (Christophorus Kellner), a highly esteemed legal scholar and advisor. The text mentions his prominence in both Paris and Rennes Senate, highlighting his significant role and expertise in legal matters. Bound in Vellum. Measures: 6.5" x 4" x 2". Title and Author:The title "De Rebus Dubiis et Quaestionibus in Iure Controversis, Tractatus XX" translates to "On Doubtful Matters and Questions in Controversial Law, Treatise 20."The author listed is "NICOLAO VALLA." Content Description:"De Rebus Dubiis et Quaestionibus in Iure Controversis, Tractatus XX" by Nicolaus Valla is a legal treatise that addresses uncertain and disputed matters in law, providing a comprehensive analysis and commentary on various legal questions and controversies. With included Marginalia. Illustration:The initial illustration depicts a classical or mythological figure, possibly representing knowledge, enlightenment, or law. The figure is holding a staff or scepter, a common symbol of authority or guidance. Publication Date:The date at the bottom of the page is written in Roman numerals "M.D.XCVI," which translates to 1596.Detailed Description: The book is a scholarly text focused on legal or philosophical matters, written in Latin. The inclusion of a detailed illustration and the specific mention of legal controversies suggests it was a serious academic work intended for scholars or legal professionals. The book's content includes detailed discussions or treatises on controversial legal issues, providing insights or arguments from the author's perspective. The author, Nicolao Valla, was a legal scholar and/or philosopher of his time, contributing to the academic and legal discourse of the period.Context: Books like this were central to academic and legal education during the Renaissance and early modern periods. They served as references for scholars, lawyers, and students, containing dense, scholarly arguments and extensive citations of classical texts and contemporary legal cases.Conclusion: This book is a historical legal or philosophical treatise, likely used for scholarly reference in the 16th century. Its scholarly Latin text, and historical date mark it as a significant work from its time, contributing to the academic and legal discourse of the period.Condition:In fair condition. Internally complete and in good condition. Cover has age related damage and signs of various damage including liquid as well as signs of basic repairs. It is intact and the binding is still intact as well. Binding is very tight and it is somewhat difficult to fully open the pages all the way. Also has loss of any stamping or wording on the spine and some small missing pieces on the bottom. Internal pages have some browning especially near the outer areas and edges.Price: Asking $499.00Shipping:Free shipping. (We ship daily.) Will be shipped insured ground select, or priority mail at our discretion in a 12x10x8 box with ample padding and waterproofing. A signature will be required at destination unless prior arrangements have been made. (Skew: FM1)

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Binding: Vellum

Place of Publication: Italy

Signed: No

Publisher: Andrea de Bachè

Subject: Law

Year Printed: 1596

Original/Facsimile: Original

Language: Latin

Illustrator: n/a

Special Attributes: Marginalia

Region: Europe

Personalized: No

Author: Nicolao Valla

Topic: Law

Country/Region of Manufacture: Italy

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