Maro, Publius Virgilius; Virgil

Bucolica, Georgica, et Aeneis [= The Works of Virgil: Bucolics, Georgics, and Aeneid]

Londini [= London]: A. Dulau & Co., 1800. Later edition. Hardcover. 2 vol. 8vo. [5], 2-246, [3], 18-32; [5], 2-276 pp (Gathering C in volume one bound in at the end). Contemporary calf with gilt borders on the boards, gilt decorations to the turn-ins, spines in six compartments with two red morocco labels lettered in gilt, gilt decorations on the spine. Marbled endpapers and pastedowns. Each volume bound with a green ribbon bookmark. Volume one illustrated with six engraved plates, volume two illustrated with seven engraved plates. Plates are clear and bright, and bring the myths behind Virgil's poetry to life. Dibdin 564. A charming set of Virgil's three most popular works, this edition praised by Dibdin for its elegant style. Very Good. Item #000015093

The corners and boards' edges rubbed, spine crowns and heels sympathetically restored.

Price: $500.00