The Palio of Siena / Giovanni Cecchini, Dario Neri; translation by Elisabeth Mann Borgese
1958, First Edition. Siena : Monte dei Paschi. Very good copy in the original gilt-blocked, paper-covered boards. Spine bands and panel edges slightly edge-nicked and dust-toned as with age, light foxing to prelims. Remains particularly well-preserved overall. Item #416569
Physical description; 372p. : illustrations (some colour), map, facsimiles ; 31 cm. Contents; Pt. 1. The Palio and the contrade, historical evolution -- Pt. 2. The Palio in its contemporary form. Subjects; Palio Festival, Siena, Italy History. Festivals Italy Siena. Horse racing Italy Siena. Siena (Italy) Social life and customs. Siena, Palio.
Price: €85.00
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