{"product_id":"1752-chronicon-catholicum-edward-simson-gilt-vellum-binding","title":"1752 Chronicon Catholicum — Edward Simson, Gilt Vellum Binding","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn extraordinary 18th-century historical volume, Chronicon Catholicum by Edward Simson, published in Amsterdam in 1752. Bound in beautifully aged ivory vellum, its covers are adorned with elaborate gilt borders and an ornate central armorial crest featuring the three crosses of Amsterdam, crowned and surrounded by classical allegorical figures. A richly decorated raised-band spine and original green ribbon ties complete its remarkable exterior. Inside, Latin text chronicles sacred and historical events, accompanied by an elaborate engraved frontispiece filled with allegorical figures, cherubs, and classical symbolism. Revised and annotated by Petrus Wesseling, this impressive volume is as much a testament to 18th-century bookbinding and scholarly craftsmanship as it is a historical work. A beautiful addition to a collected library, where its centuries-old vellum and intricate gilding can be appreciated for generations to come.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDetails\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e* Materials — Vellum binding, gilt decoration, printed paper, and ribbon ties\u003cbr\u003e\n* Form — Large 18th-century hardcover historical chronicle with raised-band spine\u003cbr\u003e\n* Decoration — Gilt armorial crest featuring Amsterdam’s three crosses, ornamental borders, classical allegorical figures, engraved frontispiece, and decorative spine tooling\u003cbr\u003e\n* Origin, era, and maker — Amsterdam, Netherlands, 1752; Chronicon Catholicum by Edward Simson, revised and annotated by Petrus Wesseling; published by the widow and son of Salomon Schouten\u003cbr\u003e\n* Condition — Antique condition with visible age-related wear, discoloration, and patina to the vellum binding and pages, consistent with its age. Green ribbon ties present.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMeasurements: 10.5\" W  x 16.25\" H x 3.5\" D\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"soul fed home","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68242304762177,"sku":null,"price":1995.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0773\/9549\/3185\/files\/library-7A35B70D-BCDF-4CE0-A5D1-4C3AF4BF3495-L0-001.png?v=1794495448","url":"https:\/\/soulfedhome.com\/products\/1752-chronicon-catholicum-edward-simson-gilt-vellum-binding","provider":"Soul Fed Home","version":"1.0","type":"link"}