Dante Alighieri; Vittorio Grassi - La Vita Nuova - 1921-2003

The art edition of Vita Nuova (or Vita Nuova) by Dante Alighieri published by Vallecchi Editore is a famous anastatic reproduction and facsimile of the historic manuscript made in 1921 for the sixth centenary of the poet's death. Key features of the Vallecchi edition • Origin of the work: Reproduces the special edition conceived in 1921 by three masters of graphics and illustration, with the critical text curated by Michele Barbi. • Illustrations and decorations: Contains watercolors and polychrome friezes by Vittorio Grassi, calligraphy by Enrico Brignoli and ornamentations in Art Nouveau and medieval style by Nestore Leoni. • Format and materials: Volume in folio format (about 40 x 30 cm) of 136 pages, often offered with a precious case or binding in blue silk and silver (and sometimes accompanied by a plexiglass lectern in reissues such as the 2003 edition with introduction by Domenico De Robertis). • Collectible value: It is a work of high editorial and artistic value, available on the antiques and collectibles market.

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