Volume 5 of "Illustrated Antiquity," published in 1719

"L'Antiquité Expliquée et Représentée en Figures" Tome V (Volume 5)
(Published in 1719) - Details of Funerals, Tombs, and Mausoleums

Overview: This valuable book is the fifth volume of the "L'Antiquité Expliquée et Représentée en Figures (Antiquity Explained and Represented in Figures)" series, published in 1719. The author is Dom Bernard de Montfaucon, a French Benedictine monk and a pioneer of ancient studies.
It is an important document that greatly advanced the understanding of ancient civilizations in 18th-century Europe.

Valuable First Edition (Published in 1719): A rare book with a history of over 300 years.
Visually Detailed Illustrations: Numerous beautiful copperplate engravings are included, allowing you to enjoy the artistic techniques and historical information of the time.
Detailed illustrations of ancient Greek and Roman funeral rites, tombstones, urns, and mausoleums are depicted, making it ideal for those interested in archaeology and historical research.

Funeral Rites: Ancient burial methods and funeral processes are detailed, with a particular focus on Roman rituals.
Tombstone and Mausoleum Designs: Numerous detailed illustrations of ancient tombstones and mausoleums with luxurious sculptures and symbolic decorations are included.
Urns and Sarcophagi: The designs and decorations of ancient urns (urna) and sarcophagi are precisely depicted, allowing you to learn about the aesthetic sense of the time.
Benefits for Purchasers: Highly recommended for those interested in history, archaeology, and art. The illustrations are very detailed and beautiful, and can be enjoyed not only as valuable materials but also as works of art. This is a unique opportunity to obtain materials from nearly 300 years ago.

We will set a special price considering that it is a valuable first edition and its good condition.

We will carefully pack and deliver it using a trackable shipping method.

Condition: While there is some wear and tear on the exterior due to age, all pages are present, and the illustrations and text are clearly visible. The contents of the book are well-preserved.

Condition: Please refrain from purchasing if you are looking for a perfect condition item, as it is a used item.
For packaging, we will use bubble wrap for waterproofing. There are stains, damage, and scratches due to aging."