Cathedrals of Central Italy by T. Francis Bumpus, First Edition, Circa 1911

$1,650.00

Offered is a first edition printing of Cathedrals of Central Italy by Thomas Francis Bumpus. This book was written by one of the foremost authors on European cathedral architecture and takes the reader through the cathedrals across central Italy with descriptions and illustrations.

This first edition features gilt tooling on its original blue boards and is presented with a new, matching custom cloth slipcase. The book features elaborate illustrations throughout, giving readers an in-depth view at the most decorative and culturally significant cathedrals of Italy.

CONDITION:

Overall good condition with age appropriate wear. Boards are slightly faded with some bumping. Gilding is intact and vibrant. Housed in a custom slipcase featuring and image of an Italian cathedral on one side.

Dimensions (with slipcase): 9 1/2"H x 7 1/4"W x 2 1/4"D