Triumphus Jesu Christi Cruxifixi

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8vo. Engraved renaissance title page, 8 unnumbered leaves (praefactio) and 68 (instead of 70) full page engravings, all with accompanying text printed on the reverse of the previous engraving, followed by seven unnumbered pages (index) and one unnumbered leave (censura & impressum). The book is beautiful illustrated by the famous Dutch engraver Adriaen Collaert, these all in very dark and clear impressions, they are all depicting crucifixion of martyrs, arranged by the feast days for the individual saints. Bound in a beautiful brown Dutch renaissance leather binding, with gilt decorations on the spine, the covers and edges.