A discussion about printing which took place at "I marmi" in Florence
By: Anton Francesco Doni
Contributors: Brancaleone, David, translator; Tallone (Family), printer; Stamperia di Alberto Tallone; Alexander M. Goren Collection
Publisher: Alberto Tallone editore
Published: 2003
Place of publication: Alpignano (Torino)
Language: eng
Number of pages: 84
Subjects: Printing; Early works to 1800
Other titles: Ragionamento della stampa fatta a i marmi di Fiorenza; Discussion about printing
Work titles: Ragionamento della stampa
Description: "Anton Francesco Doni's 'Thoughts on printing' is one of a collection of dialogues published under the title 'I marmi' (Venice, Marcolini, 1552-53). These are imaginary conversations held on the steps of the cathedral at Florence, where the youth of the city assembled in the dog days of summer to enjoy the coolness of the marble"--Page [9].
Notes: "With the types of William Caslon."

English translation by David Brancaleone.

Issued in a case.

Last 3 leaves blank.

"The text of this edition is an extract from Anton Francesco Doni's "I marmi." It was set in 12 point Caslon Elzévir. 250 numbered copies were printed on paper specially made by Magnani of Pescia (Tuscany); some copies are on paper from England, China and Japan. Questo volume, composto a mano con i tipi Caslon, è stato tirato in 250 copie su Magnani avorio ed alcune su carte provenienti da Inghilterra, Cina e Giappone. Licenziato dai torchi dell'officina tipografica Tallone in settembre 2003."--Colophon.

Rare Book copy 1: Uno dei 16 esemplari su carta della Cina 2.

Rare Book copy 2: Carta Magnani 86.

Gift; Alexander M. Goren; May 27, 2015.

Gift; Alexander M. Goren; May 27, 2015.

Text in English and Italian.