The monastery of San Marco

Florence: printed by G. Barbera, 1887. 8vo, pp. 90, [2]; original full decorative vellum stamped in red with gilt decoration; red cloth chemise and slipcase; edges tinted red; extra-illustrated with 24 mounted albumen photographs; light foxing on title page; slipcase split at the top; otherwise near fine. Another edition appeared in 1885. A brief history of the Venetian monastery, focusing on the legacies of St. Antonio Pierozzi (1389-1459), the painter Fra Angelico (1395-1455), and the preacher Girolamo Savonarola (1452-1498). The photographs showcase popular landmarks in Venice, as well as portraits and statues of prominent figures. (truncated) (Inventory #: 58431)