Mithoy Aisopichoi. 50 Esopische fablen. [Copper engraved illustration of 50 Aesopian tales]
Augsburg, 1717.
- C. Kolb. 48 numbered copper-engraved images (instead of 50: 19 and 39 missing) .
The sure-handed engraver arranged the subjects in circles 13 inches in diameter, telling the essence of the tale in a typical image. Below it is the title, a short Latin text, and a four-line German verse. In the upper corners, a concise slogan related to the tale is a few words in Italian. The sheets have been supplemented and replaced in places. <br> Modern hardboard in half-leather binding, the original spine glued on. Rare series with beautiful engravings.
18 × 29 cm
