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Visconti Belgica limited edition fountain pen in vermeil, new with original box, outer box and papers. The Belgica was produced in 2005 to celebrate the secession of the Kingdom of Belgium from the Netherlands (1830 Revolution) and was limited to just 175 pens (41/175). This example is in vermeil, they were also available in sterling. It has a medium 18k two-tone nib and comes in a large burl wood box furnished with decorative plate. Overall near mint, the pen is unused but shows light tarnish to the vermeil finish, the corners and near the hinge of the box show some spots of wear as do the corners of the cardboard outer box.

Visconti Rinascimento rollerball pen in Cobalt Star Dust, with original box, booklet and outer box. The Cobalt Blue Star Dust has incredible depth and is offset with a sterling barrel overlay and rocker clip. Overall near mint with slight wear to box and outer box.

A Visconti Van Gogh ' Irises' converter fill fountain pen having Visconti B nib.The 2011 Van Gogh collection is made from natural resin uniquely mixed to represent palettes of oil paint as used by Van Gogh. This collection is not only inspired by the artist's colour and technique, but each pen also represents a specific Van Gogh painting. Boxed, no outer cover for box

A Visconti Van Gogh ' Orchard in Blossom' converter fill fountain pen with bottle of Visconti ink having Visconti Firenze M nib The 2011 Van Gogh collection is made from natural resin uniquely mixed to represent palettes of oil paint as used by Van Gogh. This collection is not only inspired by the artist's color and technique, but each pen also represents a specific Van Gogh painting.

A Visconti Van Gogh ' Starry Night' converter fill fountain pen having Visconti B nib.The 2011 Van Gogh collection is made from natural resin uniquely mixed to represent palettes of oil paint as used by Van Gogh. This collection is not only inspired by the artist's colour and technique, but each pen also represents a specific Van Gogh painting. Boxed, slight damage to the box

A Visconti Van Gogh ' The Novel Reader' converter fill fountain pen No0322 with bottle of Visconti ink having Visconti Van Gogh M nib.The 2011 Van Gogh collection is made from natural resin uniquely mixed to represent palettes of oil paint as used by Van Gogh. This collection is not only inspired by the artist's colour and technique, but each pen also represents a specific Van Gogh painting. Boxed

A pair of George IV silver wine coolersJohn Edward Terrey, London 1827 Each of campana form, with detachable liner and collar, with tongue and dart flared rim, with a leaf and berry band above an applied narrow bead band, below cast with Bacchic frieze of chariots and drunken Silenus and neo classical figures over a stippled ground, the lower body with applied fruiting vine band with integral upright vine branch handles, fluted pedestal above a band of fruiting vine to the circular foot, height 33.5cm, length over handles 23.5cm, weight 288oz. (2)Footnotes:ProvenanceProperty from the Estate of Jasper Moore, Birmingham, Michigan;Sale, Bonhams, New York, Fine American & European Furniture, Decorative Arts & Silver, 25 September 2013, Lot 1088.A reverence for the Greco-Roman taste coincided with the Age of Enlightenment, when artists and intellectuals attempted to reform society's aesthetics and beliefs using reason, scientific fact and history. Through this movement, individuals of means gained exposure to Europe's cultural legacy of Classical antiquity. Architects, artisans and designers of that era naturally applied these design influences to their contemporary visions.Silversmiths like Terrey extrapolated on the ideas of Giovanni Piranesi, John Flaxman, William Theed and others to create their own unique pieces. Similar sets of coolers were produced by Paul Storr, Benjamin Smith II, Rundell, Bridge and Rundell. The design has been attributed to William Theed (1764-1817), a painter and sculptor, he was also head of the design department at Rundell's until his death in 1817.An appropriate subject to use as relief decoration on this pair of wine coolers, which themselves are styled in the antique campana form, derived directly from the celebrated Medici Vase, a 1st-century AD, neo-Attic marble, now in the Louvre, Paris, an illustration of which was published by the Venetian engraver G.B. Piranesi (1720-1778). The Triumph of Bacchus frieze is derived from a late 2nd-century Roman sarcophagus in the Vatican Museum, engravings of which were published by E. Q. Visconti in Museo Pio-Clementio, between 1782 and 1802 (see D. Udy, 'Piranesi's 'Vasi,' the English Silversmith and his Patrons,' Burlington Magazine, December 1978, pp. 828-29).This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: ** VAT on imported items at a preferential rate of 5% on Hammer Price and the prevailing rate on Buyer's Premium.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

Black (Jane). Absolutism in Renaissance Milan, plenitude of power under the Visconti and the Sforza 1329-1535, 1st edition, Oxford: University Press, 2009, original cloth in dust jacket, 8vo, together with:Ianziti (Gary), Humanistic Historiography under the Sforzas, politics and propaganda in fifteenth-century Milan, 1sst edition, Oxford: Clarendon Press, 1988, original cloth in dust jacket, covers very lightly rubbed to head & foot, 8vo, plusMarr (Alexander), Between Raphael and Galileo, Mutio Oddi and the mathematical culture of late Renaissance Italy, 1st edition, Chicago: University Press, 2011, colour illustrations, original cloth in dust jacket, minor rubbing to head & foot, 8vo, and other scholarly Renaissance & medieval history reference & related, including Dispatches with related documents of Milanese Ambassadors in France and Burgundy..., 3 volumes, edited by Paul Murray Kendall & Vincent Ilardi, 1st editions, Athens/Dekalb: Ohio University Press/Northern Illinois University Press, 1970-81, al original cloth in dust jackets, 8vo, mostly original cloth in dust jackets, some paperback editions, G/VG, 8voQTY: (6 shelves)

DAVID BOWIE - THE MAN WHO SOLD THE WORLD LP (UK 'TONNY' ORIGINAL DRESS SLEEVE - MERCURY - 6338 041). A scarce, original UK stereo LP pressing of The Man Who Sold The World by David Bowie. Features the iconic original 'dress sleeve' and misspelt Tony Visconti label credit, his first name incorrectly printed as 'Tonny' (6338 041, 1971 UK stereo pressing on Mercury. Black/ silver text labels with 'Tonny' misspelling has BBC Gramophone sticker on each side, some minor spindle wear around the centre holes. The record is in nice VG+ condition, each side displays a small number of light paper marks, nothing feelable. The sleeve has been laminated into a PVC wallet, displays numerous BBC Library stickers to both covers, G condition).

Original vintage movie poster for a Polish release of an Italian drama film Gruppo di famiglia in un interno under a title Portret rodzinny we wnetrzu. Fun image of an old man with a moustache and glasses that has a sofa embedded in the top of his head. Conversation Piece (Italian: Gruppo di famiglia in un interno) is a 1974 Italian drama film by director Luchino Visconti. The film name refers to an informal group portrait, especially those painted in Britain in the 18th century, beginning in the 1720s. The film explores such themes as the collision between old and new, imminence of death, existential crisis and social gap between generations. Excellent condition. Country of issue: Poland, designer: Jerzy Flisak, size (cm): 82.5x57.5, year of printing: 1974.

CHRISTO (eigentlich Christo Wladimirow Jawaschew, Gabrowo / Bulgarien 1935-2020 New York City) und JEANNE-CLAUDE (Casablanca / Französisch-Marokko 1935-2009 New York City), Farboffsetlithografie: "Mauer aus Ölfässern" - WALL OF OIL BARRELS - IRON CURTAIN, Rue Visconti, Paris, 1962, von den Künstlern mit Bleistift handsigniert "Christo / Jeanne-Claude" und limitiert 39/150. 22x 15 cm; Gesamtmaße mit Rahmen 49 x 41 cm. Provenienz: Privatsammlung.

Girocollo in oro rosa con ciondolo con diamante centrale e 5 diamanti taglio baguette. Catenina multimisura Lunghezza cm 35-42 Oro: 18 kt Peso: g 4,15 Diamante centrale: ct 0,50 Colore G  Purezza VVSI  Diamanti taglio baguette: ct 0,14 Certificato di analisi gemmologica del Prof. Pio Visconti su microfilm Con scatola e certificato originali, firmato e punzonato, inusato.

Faksimile "Das Gebetbuch des Michelino da Besozzo" - reich illustriertes Gebetbuch entstanden um etwa 1410, Miniaturen als Werk Michelinos da Besozzo, Auftragsarbeit wahrscheinlich aus dem Umkreis des Mailänder Herzogshauses Visconti. In goldgeprägtem, grünen Samteinband, mit Pappschuber. Die Besonderheit der im gesamten Buch auftretenden Blumenbordüren zeichnet diese Handschrift aus. Faksimile mit Kommentar in einem Band. Das Original befindet sich in der Pierpont Morgan Library in New York. Mit Alters- und Gebrauchsspuren.| Facsimile "The Gebtbuch of Michelino da Besozzo" - richly illustrated prayer book made around 1410, miniatures as the work of Michelino da Besozzo, commissioned work probably from the circle of the Milanese ducal house Visconti. In gold embossed green velvet binding, with cardboard slipcase. The peculiarity of the floral borders appearing in the whole book distinguishes this manuscript. Facsimile with commentary in one volume. The original is in the Pierpont Morgan Library in New York. With signs of age and use.

Visconti leather laptop/briefcase. Shipping Group (A).

Zwölf SilbertellerDurchmesser: 28 cm. Gesamtgewicht: ca. 5000 g.Fahne verso punziert 800er Feingehalt, Lavorato a mano, sowie Beschau für Alessandria und Meistermarke Visconti & Baldi (229).Alessandria, zweite Hälfte 20. Jahrhundert.Silber, gedrückt, ziseliert. Weiter Spiegel mit steilem Bord und getreppter mit Lanzettblattfries verzierter Fahne. (1381584) (13))

Konvolut zum 100. Geburtstag von Maria Callas (2.12.1923 New York -16. 9.1977 Paris) - 3 s/w Fotografien von Maria Callas, verso diverse Fotoatelier-Stempel (2x Copyright by E.Piccagliani Teatro alla Scala/ 1x griechischer Stempel), handschriftlich bezeichnet "Callas Medea (Epidaure 61) Grece" / "Gasparo Spontni "La Vestale" Scala di Milano, Déc. 1954. Regie L. Visconti" / "Norma, Scala 1955", Maße jeweils ca. 24x18cm, verso teils fleckig, Alters- bzw. Gebrauchsspuren, Knitterspuren

Giuseppe Rusnati (Italian, 1647-1713): A monumental carved white marble bust depicting Cesare II Visconti, 3rd Marquis of CislagoThe noble sitter wearing armour, an embroidered jabot, elaborate curling long wig and flowing vest, draped on the shoulders, raised on a contemporary coloured marble tapering rectangular pedestal, the bust, 99cm high, 210cm high overall including pedestal (2)Footnotes:ProvenanceCollection of Count Francesco Castelbarco Albani, Italy,Sotheby's, Palazzo Capponi, Florence, May 22, 1973, Sale of the Collection of Count Francesco Castelbarco Albani,Sotheby's London, Dec 10, 2002 Lot 126Private Collection Milan, ItalyBotticelli Antichita, Florence, Italy,Acquired from the above by the present ownerIn 1973 at the Sotheby's sale in Florence, the catalogue entry for the present lot read as follows: 'Exquisite Baroque bust in marble of an unknown Nobleman...probably Roman, late seventeenth century.' That same year in the bi-monthly magazine Antichita Viva, the present lot featured in the section which highlighted the most important artworks to have been offered at auctions in Florence. The footnote on this occasion mentioned that the bust was one of the 'last Viscounts of Cislago.'Cesare II, third Marquis of Cislago was son of Tebaldo (Milan, 1601-1674). When Cesare II died in 1716 the Cislago banch of the Visconti family died out too and the title was inherited by Carlo Francesco Ercole Castelbarco Visconti. This would possibly therefore explain why in 1973 in the Sotheby's sale in Florence, Count Francesco Castelbarco Albani did not know the identity of the subject. Cesare II succeeded his father in 1674 and it is possible that he commissioned a marble bust to commemorate his rise to power. He was born in 1643 meaning that he would have been in his mid thirties when the bust was completed.Rusnati was born in 1647, probably in Gallarte and completed his training in Rome between 1671 and 1673. When he returned to Milan he faced the financial crisis that affected the Fabbrica del Duomo. As such it was only in 1678 that he completed his first statue for the prominent Cathedral of Florence. If Rusnati worked outside of Milan it is very possible that Cesare Visconti would have chosen him to carry out the commission of the self portrait. In fact, the Viscounts of Cislago were lords of Gallarte, the place thought to be where Rusnati was born. In addition when one considers that Rusnati would have just returned from his training in Rome, he must have been an attractive candidate since he would have been well versed in the latest portrait artists such as Bernini. Although no portraits created by Rusnati were initially thought to have survived, closer examination of the sculptors works of a sacred nature mean that stylistic parallels can be drawn. The drapery, for example, can be seen in the terracotta model for a statue of David which was intended for the Cathedral in Milan. There are also two works which date later than the present lot in the Assunta Collegiate church of Gallarte which demonstrate Rusnati's distinctive treatment and inventiveness.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: TPTP For auctions held in Scotland: Lots will be moved to an offsite storage location (Constantine, Constantine House, North Caldeen Road, Coatbridge ML5 4EF, Scotland, UK) and will only be available for collection from this location at the date stated in the catalogue. Please refer to the catalogue for further information.For all other auctions: Lots will be moved to an offsite storage location (Cadogan Tate, Auction House Services, 241 Acton Lane, London NW10 7NP, UK) and will only be available for collection from this location at the date stated in the catalogue. Please note transfer and storage charges will apply to any lots not collected after 14 calendar days from the auction date.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

MERIMEE PROSPER: (1803-1870) French writer of the Romantic movement, one of the pioneers of the novella. A.L.S., Pr. Merimee, one page, 8vo, n.p., n.d. (April 1838), to [Felix or Florestan] Bonnaire (‘Mon cher Monsieur’), in French. Merimee writes, in full, ‘Il y a un appartement a louer dans votre maison que je suis tente de prendre. Connaitriez-vous quelque vive redhibition a la dite maison? Vous m'obligeriez beaucoup en me donnant un mot de reponse’ (Translation: ‘There is an apartment to rent in your house that I am tempted to take. Do you know of any strong redhibition at the said house? You would oblige me greatly by giving me a word of reply’). With integral address leaf in Merimee’s hand. VG Merimee’s correspondent was either Felix Bonnaire, or his brother Florestan, co-owners of the monthly French literary, cultural and current affairs magazine Revue des deux Mondes with Charles Buloz. At the time their headquarters were at 10 Rue des Beaux-Arts and Merimee, leaving the nearby Rue des Marais-Saint-Germain (today Rue Visconti) planned to take an apartment in the building. The response that he received was negative as he instead settled a stone’s throw away at Rue Jacob, living there until 1847.

WLADYSLAW IV VASA: (1595-1648) King of Poland, Grand Duke of Lithuania 1632-48 and the disputed Tsar of Russia 1610-13. L.S., Vladislaus Rex, one page, folio, Warsaw, 27th December 1642, to Onorato Visconti, in Latin. The King sends his compliments and good wishes on the elevation of his correspondent to an honorary title, in part, 'Rev[erendissi]mo signor, Quando finance Vs. non ci havesse certificate il suo affetto sicome abbondanta[men]te ha fatto nell'uff[icio] che con Noi ha passato per le Feste del santo Natale, l'haveressimo nulladimento molto ben compreso dalla sua amorevolezza……L'accertiamo di haverlo aggradito pienam[en]te e di corrisponderle con ogni volonta in desiderar all'incontro a Lei ogni maggior bene' (Partial translation: 'We assure you that we have fully accepted it and that we correspond to it with every will in desiring every greater good for you'). With integral address leaf and affixed seal (causing a small oval area of light discolouration to the body of text). Loosely contained in the original paper wrappers bearing a contemporary annotation. About VG Onorato Visconti (1585-1645) Italian Roman Catholic cleric and papal diplomat who was appointed inquisitor for Malta by Pope Urban VIII in 1624 and as apostolic nuncio in Warsaw in 1630. Visconti was recalled to Rome in 1636 and although Urban VIII did not consider Visconti's performance satisfactory, Wladyslaw IV took the opposite view and proposed him for elevation to the cardinal's dignity because of his imperial privilege. However, the Pope found Poland's demand unacceptable, referring to a decree of the Council of Trent which said that only those candidates who belonged to the respective nation would be admitted, and to a bull of Pius IV that only Princes could make a recommendation in whose jurisdiction the candidate lived. The dispute over this continued for four years without reaching a conclusion. Despite repeated requests from Wladyslaw IV, the Barberini Pope never considered Visconti for the cardinalate and even ignored him at his last cardinal elevation on 13th July 1643.

HUGO VICTOR: (1802-1885) French Poet & Novelist of the Romantic Movement. A.L.S., Victor Hugo, a very bold ink signature, one page, 8vo, n.p. [Paris], 1st of March, n.y. [circa 1876], to Marie-Louise Arconati-Visconti, in French. Hugo states `Vos bontés me comblent. J´ai été profondément touché de votre précieux et gracieux envoi. Je prie mon éminent et cher collègue Peyrat de me mettre à vos pieds´ (Translation: “Your kindness fully give me satisfaction. I was deeply touched by your precious and gracious shipment. I beg my eminent and dear colleague Peyrat to put me at your feet”) With blank leaf bearing to the heading and verso the printed stationery of the French Senate. VG Marie-Louise Arconati-Visconti (1840-1923) French Marquise, Philanthropist, Patron and Collector. The Marquise, an anti-clerical republican, was the widow of Gianmartino Arconati-Visconti, a catholic and Royalist, aide de camp to the King Vittorio-Emanuele II. Alphonse Peyrat (1812-1890) French Politician and father of Marie-Louise Peyrat, later called Marie-Louise Arconati-Visconti.

ITALIAN COMPOSERS & MUSICIANS: A very fine small selection of two Autograph Letters signed, one to a visiting card with small autograph musical quotation, two signed and inscribed photographs and an autograph note signed by three renowned Italian Composers and musicians of the early 1900´s, comprising MONTEMEZZI ITALO (1875-1952) Italian Composer. Best known for his opera L´Amore dei Tre Re (“The Love of the Three Kings”), 1913. Signed and inscribed postcard photograph, the image showing Montemezzi in a formal head and shoulders profile pose. Signed and inscribed in bold black ink `Omaggio di Montemezzi´, also dated in his hand `Roma, December 1938´. Together with an A.L.S., Montemezzi, to both sides of his personal printed visiting card, June 1919, stating in part `Prego mettere nell´edizione che in partiture una corona… prima della fine: una corona al canto, e una nella stanghetta, cosi…´ (Translation: “Please include in the edition and in the scores a crown sign above... before the end: a crown sign above the singing, and one in the bar line, like this...”), and bearing to the front as a continuation to the autograph letter, a small and attractive autograph musical quotation; PIZZETTI ILDEBRANDO (1880-1968) Italian Composer and Musicologist. Vintage signed and inscribed 3.5 x 5.5 photograph, the image showing Montemezzi in a half-length pose. Signed and inscribed in bold black ink `Ildebrando Pizzetti´, to the lower white border of the image, also dated in his hand `Roma, 1951´. Together with an A.L.S., `I.Pizzetti´, one page, 8vo, Milan, 8th June 1930, on the printed stationery of the Giuseppe Verdi Conservatory of Music in Milan, in Italian. Pizzetti asks his correspondent to send him a manuscript `Prego di mandarmi…di quella lettera il manoscritto …´ & ROTA NINO (1911-1979) Italian Composer, Pianist and Conductor. Rota is best known for his film scores, over 150, notably for films of Fellini and Visconti. The relationship between Fellini and Rota was so strong that at Fellini's funeral Giulietta Massina, Fellini's wife, asked trumpeter Mauro Maur to play Rota's Improvviso dell'Angelo in the Basilica in Rome. Rota finally got in 1974 the Academy Award for his score for The Godfather Part II. A.N.S., `Rota´, one page, 4to, November 1955, in Italian. Rota responds at the base of a letter addressed to him by a student, stating in part `Provvisoriamente si concede di fare lezioni in due giorni consecutive, che non siano ne il giovedi ne il venerdi´ (Translation: “Temporarily you are allowed to have lessons on two consecutive days, which are neither Thursday nor Friday”) G to VG, 5

- Simetta - Incanto by Simonetta Visconti, Donna Simonetta Fabiani 1955. Black art deco crown molded bottle. - Zen by Shiseifo, circa 1965. - Christian Dior - Dior Essance .25 oz, mini. - Misc. Quelques Violettes - Houbigant glass bottle. - 1920 Depinoix for Babani Ambre de Delhi gilded glass perfume bottle and stopper, black enameled decoration and labeling. (Misc - 45, 1241, 1108, 1082, 56) Provenance: single owner lifetime collection from Jacksonville, FL - Entire collection has been donated to St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church where the proceeds will be used to install a new roof for St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church, Palm Coast, FL 32164, which will cost approximately $2 million. - The descriptions for these lots have been comprised from the collectors notes along with extensive research that was done by an associate of the church. We used these notes to help reference and list these items. Please be aware that the descriptions are only guides and the items are being sold as photographed and we are not held liable for any inaccuracies. ALL SALES WILL BE FINAL. - If there were any noticeable condition issues on the bottles or removable stoppers, we tried our best to photograph and show said damage. Please check all images as even if no issues are listed in the description this does not indicate lack of wear and tear. - We cannot guarentee the contents of the bottles, these pieces have been collected over a lifetime and some have liquid inside of them. Just because there is liquid inside does not guarentee that it is the correct perfume for the bottle itself. Pleasase also be aware that bottles may have to be emptied for shipping purposes which will be dictated by your location and shipping restrictions. We are not held liable for the contents of the bottles as they are being sold AS-IS

A boxed reel of 1/4" Emitape (on 7" plastic reel) in 'Advision Sound Studios' printed box. Handwritten info to box details contents as being five songs recorded by David Bowie at Advision on 17th May 1970 with Tony Visconti producing. Tracks are 'After All' (vendor notes alternate mix with less reverb), 'The Width of A Circle' (a loud, alternate mix with slight l/r separation), 'All The Madmen' (a rough mix), 'Black Country Rock' (more adlibs, longer fade), 'The Man Who Sold The World' (alternate mix).Black Country Rock in particular features some never before heard Bolanesque vocals near the end of the track in which Bowie sings what sounds like "Rubber Dubber" and "Rubber Dick". See Youtube link for a sound sample.This item is sold as an artefact only, without copyright. Any reproduction is strictly prohibited.

Gold ring with diamonds by Giorgio Visconti. Diamonds 1.10 carats. IF-G. In original box and manufacturer`s certificate. Size: 16. Weight: 5.90 gr. Width: 7.5cm, Height: 8.5cm, Depth: 7.5cm, Weight: 0.2kg, Condition: Good, Material: Diamonds

A large collection of prints (59),  Various French, German, Italian and Austrian hands, 17th/18th century and later- Etchings and engravings, each bears ink stamp for the National Gallery of Prague 'Narodni Galerie, vývoz' ('National Gallery, export') verso, various sizes, fifty-nine (59), (all unframed).  Provenance:  Private Collection, UK. Comprising; Wilhelm Friedrich Gmelin (1760-1820); View of Mount Vesuvius from the Mare Morto near Naples; bears stamp for the ‘Collection M. Levy Varzovie’, plate 49.5 x 67.5; N. Bergert (French School, late 17th/early 18th century), ‘A design for Fireworks’, inscribed and dated 1699 in the plate; another 17th century French School print ‘Louis XIII rewarded by Victory’, later inscribed below the plate; three architectural prints of grave monuments, including the Tomb of Galeazzo Visconti, First Duke of Milan, the plate 27 x 26cm; various prints after 16th- and 17th-century painters including; Frans van der Steen (c. 1625-1672) after Albrecht Durer (1471-1528), ‘The Martyrdom of the Ten Thousand’ (reversed copy, two parts), the largest plate 60 x 46cm.; Gérard de Lairesse (1641-1711), ‘Joseph Revealing himself to his brothers’, bears inscribed inventory number verso, 38 x 51cm.; various prints after Peter Paul Rubens (1577-1640), including Neptune and Thetis; and the Head of Cyrus brought to Queen Tomyris; Jean-Michel Moreau le Jeune (1741-1814), ‘Le Festin Royal’ ; and ‘Le Bal Masqué’, each plate 52 x 40cm; Three prints of French Revolutionary subjects including ‘Le Serment de réconciliation des Trois Ordres’, ‘L’Arrivee du Roy a Paris’ and ‘La journée à jamais mémorable aux François’ (each circa 1789) further engravings by Johann Elias Ridinger (1698-1767), Samuel Bottschild (1641-1706), Giovanni Volpato (1733-1803) and other hands; and several 19th-century prints published by connoisseurs’ societies, including the Oesterreichischen Kunstverein.

DAVID BOWIE - THE MAN WHO SOLD THE WORLD LP (OG UK 'DRESS SLEEVE' COPY - 'TONNY' - MERCURY 6338 041). Fantastic to see, very first UK pressing of the iconic 1971 LP from David Bowie. This copy features the controversial and quickly withdrawn 'dress' sleeve and contains the misspelling of Tony Visconti on the labels showing 'Tonny' on both sides. The record is in smart Ex condition, each side displays some inner sleeve transfer ripples, none of which affected playback from a quick sample test. Black/ silver text labels are bright and clean with only minor spindle wear around the centre holes. Matrix/runout: 6338041 1Y//1 ∇ 420 1 1 3 & 2Y//1 ∇ 420 1 1 1. The iconic original textured 'dress' sleeve is in great Ex condition. A lovely clean example displaying only minor age-related edge storage wear. Covers are bright and clean with almost no signs of the commonly seen ring wear. A great example.

Visconti. "Le Grottesche": The Vatican Museums Collection, Limited Edition fountain pen. [2002]. LE No. 0011/2000. Cased. Unused and complete with numbered certificate signed by Edmund Casimir Cardinale Szoka, plus card packaging  NB. This was only available from the Vatican gift shop where it was purchased by the vendor in c. 2004. The pen is fine & unused, but the original box is damaged, so the pen is housed in a separate lacquered box

Visconti - A Visconti beige leather shoulder bag - Bag has four inner zip pockets, nine inner pouches, and one outer zip pocket. Comes with maker swing tag. Appears in good condition. (M)

the caps stamped 'Sunflower' and 'Starry Night', the nibs with Visconti Firenze. *CR Unused, very good.

Visconti family.- Giovio (Paolo) Vitae duodecim Vicecomitum Mediolani principum, first edition, woodcut printer's basilisk device, 10 large woodcut portraits and decorative initials, occasional later ink marginalia, single small worm hole in text throughout, 2 small worm holes to upper margin of title, some staining and spotting or light foxing, occasional marginal water-staining, lightly browned, few small worm traces to endpapers, 18th century mottled calf, rebacked, preserving fragments of original backstrip, worming to covers, rubbed, [Adams G694; Fairfax Murray, French, 195; Mortimer, French, 248; Renouard, Estienne, 75:20; Schreiber, Estiennes, 104], small 4to, Paris, Robert Estienne, 1549.⁂ Biographical history of the Visconti family, who ruled Milan from 1277-1447. Provenance: B.L. Lapia (ink stamp to front free endpaper and final blank verso).

° ° Dubois - Maisonneuve, Charles - Peintures de Vases: vulgairement appetes Etrusques... vol.2 (only). title within decorated border, 78 engraved plates (2 folded); distressed binding - old worn leather spine, upper marbled board missing and lower present but detached, folio. Paris, 1710; Visconti, Ennio Quirino - Il Museo Pio - Clementino...vol. 4 (only, ex7). pictorial vignette engraved title within decorated border, dedicatory portrait and 50 plates; old leather backed boards, atlas folio. Rome, 1788

A collection of Classic Rock LPs,12" and7" Singles to include (1) T.Rex - Electric Warrior (1971 UK 1st Press, HIFLY 6, Printed Inner Sleeve); (2) T.Rex - Bolan Boogie (1972 UK Press, HIFLY 8, Printed Inner Sleeve); (3) T.Rex - Children Of The Revolution [Tony Visconti '87 Remix] (1987 UK 12" EP Press, 12MARC1); (4) The Doors - L.A. Woman (1974 UK Reissue Press, K42090); (5) The Doors - The Doors (UK Reissue Press, K 42012, Non Laminated Sleeve); (6) Thin Lizzy - Jailbreak (1976 UK Press, ACBR 252, Club Edition, Die-cut Sleeve); (7) Thin Lizzy - Johnny The Fox (1983 UK Reissue Press, PRICE11); (8) T.Rex - Greatest Hits (1973 UK Press, BLN 5003); (9) Thin Lizzy - Bad Reputation (1977 UK Press, 9102 016, Matte Sleeve); (10) Thin Lizzy - Renegade (1981 Netherlands Press, 6359 083, Printed Inner Sleeve); (11) Thin Lizzy - Live And Dangerous (1978 UK Press, 6641 645); (12) Jimi Hendrix - The Birth Of Success (1973 Europe Press, MFP 50053); (13) Jimi Hendrix - The Eternal Fire Of Jimi Hendrix (1971 UK Press, SHM 732); (14) Jimi Hendrix - Jimi Hendrix '64 (1973 UK Press, 4106); (15) Jimi Hendrix - The Essentials Jimi Hendrix Gloria (1978 UK 7" Single Press, JIMI1); All condition vary from Fair to Good with generally Good sleeves (15)

-- Paolo Giovio über Mailand und Cassius Dio über Rom - zwei Drucke Estiennes nach Manuskripten in der Bibliothèque du Roi-- Giovio, Paolo. Vitae duodecim vicecomitum Mediolani principum. Ex bibliotheca regia. Paris, Robert Estienne, 1549. (Davorgebunden:) Lucius Cassius Dio. Dionis Nicæi, reru(m) Romanarum a Pompeio Magno, ad Alexandrum Mamææ filium Epitome, Ioanne Xiphilino authore, & Guilielmo Blanco Albiensi interprete. 199 S.; 3 nn. Bl., 280 S., 5 nn. Bl. Mit zusammen 10 Holzschnittporträts sowie 2 Holzschnitt-Druckermarken auf den Titeln und zahlreichen Holzschnitt-Initialien. 26,1 x 16,9 cm. Späterer Kalbslederband (berieben) unter Verwendung des originalen, zeitgenössischen goldgeprägtem RTitel mit reicher Rücken- DVergoldung sowie mit dreiseitgem Goldschnitt. Paris, (Robert Estienne), 1551.Cassius Dio: Adams D 516. STC 136. Mortimer 171 (mit Abb. beider Titelvarianten). Renouard, Estienne 80, 9. Vgl. Schreiber 108 (griechische Ausgabe). Nicht bei Ebert. - Giovio: Adams G 694. Armstrong 56, 145f. und 153. STC 203. Brun 228. Brunet III, 584. Davies, Fairfax Murray, 195 (mit Abb.). Ebert 10972. Graesse III, 490. Mortimer 248 (mit 2 Abb.). Rahir 475. Renouard, Estienne 75, 20. Schreiber 104 (mit Abb.). - Giovio: Erste Ausgabe. "First edition of this biographical history of the Visconti dynasty, illustrated with 10 splendid woodcut portraits of the dukes of Milan. These woodcuts are signed with the Lorraine cross, which, together with their superior quality, led to an attribution to Geoffroy Tory. The present woodcut portraits are reduced copies of illuminated portraits in the original manuscript. This is the last of the only five illustrated books issued by Robert Estienne." (Schreiber).Der ältere Druck des humanistischen Gelehrten, Verlegers und Imprimeur du Roy Robert Estienne (1499/1503 - 1559) enthält zwölf Biografien der Mailänder Familie Visconti. Der Autor Paolo Giovio widmete das Buch ursprünglich Charles, dem Bruder des Dauphins Henri. Charles starb jedoch vor Fertigstellung des Werkes, und Henri konnte seine Ansprüche auf Mailand nicht mehr gegen Kaiser Karl V. durchsetzen. Der Druck basierte auf einer Handschrift der königlichen Bibliothek und wurde mit prächtigen Holzschnittporträts der Visconti-Herzöge illustriert. Der andere Cassio-Druck enthält einen Auszug aus der römischen Geschichte des Cassius Dio durch Johannes Xiphilinus. Estienne veröffentlichte den griechischen Originaltext bereits 1548 und gab ihn später mit einer lateinischen Übersetzung von Guillaume Leblanc heraus. Diese Sammlung von antiken Kaiserbiographien unterstützte ebenfalls den französischen Herrschaftsanspruch und stammte aus der königlichen Bibliothek.Die Drucke dienten Estienne dazu, seine Reputation als königlicher Drucker zu festigen. Nach ihrem Erscheinen verließ er Frankreich und konvertierte zum Calvinismus. - Provenienz: Auf dem fliegenden Vorsatz Bleistiftvermerk "B(ough)t Sotheby 1913", auf dem Spiegel Etikett "Viscount Mersey (/) Bignor Park". Der Titel wurde 1916 für den Richter und Politiker John Bigham, 1. Baron Mersey (1840 - 1929) geschaffen; dieser saß u. a. der Untersuchungskommission zum Untergang der Titanic vor. Bignor Park in Sussex ist bis heute der Familiensitz. - Darunter neueres Etikett mit den Initialen "W R H J", Wynne Rice Hugh Jeudwine, dessen Auktion Bloomsbury 24, London 18.9.1984, Nr. 68 (mit Abb.): £ 715, an Berès. - Dessen Catalogue 77, Nr. 63 (mit 2 Abb.).

A Visconti Verona marbleised fountain pen with 18k gold nib

A Visconti Van Gogh marbleised fountain pen with 14k gold nib

Low Countries, FLANDERS, Charles the Bold (1467-77), Double-Patard, 3.03g/6h (de Mey 394); HUNGARY, Maximilian II (1564-76), Denar, 1576kb, 0.55g/3h (H 992); MILAN, Gian Galeazzo Visconti (1385-1402), Pegione, 2.36g/3h (MIR 121/1; Biaggi 1475); together with other European coins (8) [11]. Fair to very fine £80-£100

A COLLECTION OF EMPTY PEN BOXES SOME WITH PAPERWORK To include: Omas, 30th Anniversary of the Crowning of His Majesty the King; two Omas, Lamborghini; Omas, Maserati; Omas, Cohiba; a Monteverde box; fourteen Visconti boxes, including: Divina; Homage to Edvard Munch; The Twelve Tribes; Carbon Dream; and others Condition Report: There are no pens included in this lot. There is no condition report available for this lot and is sold as found Condition Report Disclaimer

VISCONTI, KNIGHTS TEMPLAR SPECIAL RESERVE A LIMITED EDITION SILVER COLOURED AND IVORY COLOURED RESIN FOUNTAIN PEN, NO. 030/112Cap and Barrel: Ivory coloured resin cap and barrel with silver coloured overlay, the cap with a clip and ruby set cross, the body overlaid with silver coloured scroll decoration, two knights and a ruby set cross, stamped with Firenze, post 1968 .925 standard mark Nib and Filling System: Medium white gold coloured nib stamped 23K Pd950, piston filling system, uninked Accessories: Visconti box, identity card, information scroll, seal and outer card packaging 

Y&nbspVISCONTI, SUPERNATURAL CREATURES, MAYA A LIMITED EDITION FOUNTAIN PEN, NO. 003/188Cap and Barrel: The Maki-e taka-Hira-Raden cap and barrel decorated with various Mayan deities, the cap with a gilt clip, numbered end piece, uninked Nib and Filling System: Medium two tone nib, stamped VISCONTI 23K pD950 Firenze, Double Reservoir Power Filler Accessories: With a Visconti box, information booklet, Identity card, fabric box pouch and outer card packaging Condition Report: The Identity Card has a typo, it says limited edition no 03/88, but we believe the number on the pen to be correct. Condition Report Disclaimer

Y&nbspVISCONTI, SUPERNATURAL CREATURES FOUR LIMITED EDITION FOUNTAIN PENS, PEGASUS & CHIMERA, OGRES, ANUBIS, DRAGON & PHOENIX, NO. 160/188Cap and Barrel: The Maki-e caps and barrels decorated with various supernatural deities, with Maki-e Taka-Hira- Raden decoration, the cap with a gilt clip, with a numbered end piece, uninked Nib and Filling System: Medium two tone nib, stamped VISCONTI 23K pD950 Firenze, Double Reservoir Filler Accessories: Each with a Visconti box, information booklet, Certificates of Authenticity, fabric box pouches and outer card packagingWith Visconti Supernatural creatures wooden and Perspex display case 

VISCONTI, DECLARATION OF INDEPENDENCE 1776 A SILVER COLOURED AND IVORY COLOURED RESIN FOUNTAIN PEN, NO. 120/776Cap and Barrel: Silver coloured and ivory coloured resin cap and barrel, the cap with a clip and chased foliate bands, the cap and barrel with the declaration of independence and the founding Fathers Nib and Filling System: Medium two tone nib, stamped 23K Pd950, piston filling system, uninked Accessories: Visconti box, identity card, information scroll, magnifying glass, dust cover and outer card packaging Condition Report: There is no condition report available for this lot and is sold as foundCondition Report Disclaimer

VISCONTI, THE GOLDEN MAN VERMEIL A LIMITED EDITION RED RESIN AND SILVER GILT COLOURED FOUNTAIN PEN, NO. 064/388Cap and Barrel: Silver gilt and red resin cap and barrel, with applied leopards and ibex, the cap with a clip Nib and Filling System: Medium two tone nib, stamped 23K Pd950, power filling system, uninked Accessories: Visconti box, Visconti dust bag, information booklet, guarantee card and outer card packaging  

VISCONTI, THE FORBIDDEN CITY A LIMITED EDITION BLUE RESIN, SILVER AND SILVER GILT COLOURED FOUNTAIN PEN, NO. 307/888Cap and Barrel: Silver, silver gilt and blue resin cap and barrel, with applied dragons, lions and phoenixes, stamped AG925 Nib and Filling System: Medium two tone nib, stamped 23K Pd950, power filling system, uninked Accessories: Montegrappa box, guarantee/information booklet and outer card packaging  

Y&nbspVISCONTI, FOUR SEASONS A LIMITED EDITION FOUNTAIN PEN, NO. 75/188Cap and Barrel: The Maki-e cap and barrel decorated with scenes inspired by the four seasons, with Raden mother of pearl inlay, the cap with a gilt clip Nib and Filling System: Medium two tone nib, stamped VISCONTI 18k 750 Firenze, Double Reservoir filler, uninked Accessories: Visconti box, information booklet, identity card and outer card packaging Condition Report: Appears unusedCondition Report Disclaimer

Y&nbspVISCONTI, TAROTS FOUR LIMITED EDITION FOUNTAIN PENS, SUN AND MOON, DEVIL AND TOWER, CHARIOT AND THE WHEEL OF FORTUNE, AND WORLD AND LOVERS, NO. 53/78Cap and Barrel: The Maki-e Taka-Hira-Raden caps and barrels decorated with scenes of tarot cards, the cap with a gilt clip, with a gilt and numbered end piece, uninked Nib and Filling System: Medium two tone Dreamtouch nib, stamped VISCONTI 23K pD950 Firenze, Double Reservoir Power Filler Accessories: Each with a Visconti box, information booklet, pack of tarot cards, guarantee card and outer card packagingWith I Tarocchi Di Visconti wooden and Perspex display case Condition Report: The Moon and Sun pen has some gilding from the end piece missing- could be from construction. Minimal wear to pens, they have factory sleeves, but the sleeves have previously been opened. Condition Report Disclaimer

VISCONTI, MYSTIC PEN COLLECTION THE CHRISTIAN BIBLE A LIMITED EDITION SILVER GILT COLOURED AND IVORY COLOURED RESIN FOUNTAIN PEN, NO. 268/999Cap and Barrel: Ivory coloured resin with silver gilt coloured trim, the cap with a clip and painted with scenes of Jesus' life, the barrel painted with scenes from the Old Testament, stamped with Firenze, post 1968 .925 standard marks Nib and Filling System: Medium two tone nib, stamped 23K Pd950, piston filling system, uninked Accessories: Visconti box, guarantee card, information booklet and outer card packaging 

A Pierre Cardin leather holdall, a Visconti leather bag and one other (3). Shipping category C.

HENRY IV: (1553-1610) King of France 1589-1610. Assassinated. L.S., Henry, one page, folio, Fontainebleau, 30th April 1604, to Cardinal [Alfonso] Visconti ('Mon Cousin'), in Middle French. The King informs his correspondent that he has instructed Cardinal de Givry 'qui s'en va par dela de vous visiter de ma part Et vous tesmoigner la bonne volonté que Je vous porte Dequoy Je desire qu'il s'acquicte a mon contentement et au Vre et que vous me continuyez aussi Vre affection au bien de mes affaires' (Translation: 'who goes beyond visiting you on my behalf and showing you the good will that I have for you, which I want him to fulfil to my satisfaction and yours and that you also continue your affection for the good of my business'). Countersigned at the foot by Nicolas de Neufville, seigneur de Villeroy (1543-1617) French secretary of state under four Kings of France, Minister of Foreign Affairs 1567-88, 1594-1616. With address panel to the verso, bearing the remnants of a blind embossed paper seal. A few minor, light stains, the largest at the head of the page only very slightly affecting a few words of text, and with a few light creases and tears to the edges, about VGAlfonso Visconti (1552-1608) Italian Roman Catholic cardinal and diplomat who served as Bishop of Spoleto 1604-07 as Cardinal Protector for the Austrian hereditary lands.Anne d'Escars de Givry (1546-1612) French Benedictine churchman and cardinal, a supporter of the Ligue.

WLADYSLAW IV VASA: (1595-1648) King of Poland, Grand Duke of Lithuania 1632-48 and the disputed Tsar of Russia 1610-13. L.S., Vladislaus Rex, one page, folio, Warsaw, 27th December 1642, to Onorato Visconti, in Latin. The King sends his compliments and good wishes on the elevation of his correspondent to an honorary title, in part, 'Rev[erendissi]mo signor, Quando finance Vs. non ci havesse certificate il suo affetto sicome abbondanta[men]te ha fatto nell'uff[icio] che con Noi ha passato per le Feste del santo Natale, l'haveressimo nulladimento molto ben compreso dalla sua amorevolezza……L'accertiamo di haverlo aggradito pienam[en]te e di corrisponderle con ogni volonta in desiderar all'incontro a Lei ogni maggior bene' (Partial translation: 'We assure you that we have fully accepted it and that we correspond to it with every will in desiring every greater good for you'). With integral address leaf and affixed seal (causing a small oval area of light discolouration to the body of text). Loosely contained in the original paper wrappers bearing a contemporary annotation. About VG Onorato Visconti (1585-1645) Italian Roman Catholic cleric and papal diplomat who was appointed inquisitor for Malta by Pope Urban VIII in 1624 and as apostolic nuncio in Warsaw in 1630. Visconti was recalled to Rome in 1636 and although Urban VIII did not consider Visconti's performance satisfactory, Wladyslaw IV took the opposite view and proposed him for elevation to the cardinal's dignity because of his imperial privilege. However, the Pope found Poland's demand unacceptable, referring to a decree of the Council of Trent which said that only those candidates who belonged to the respective nation would be admitted, and to a bull of Pius IV that only Princes could make a recommendation in whose jurisdiction the candidate lived. The dispute over this continued for four years without reaching a conclusion. Despite repeated requests from Wladyslaw IV, the Barberini Pope never considered Visconti for the cardinalate and even ignored him at his last cardinal elevation on 13th July 1643.

Tyrannosaurus Rex - T-Rex - Marc Bolan. Rare Signed display. Original Promotional photograph signed by Marc Bolan, Mickey Finn, Bill Legend. The display is framed with another picture and on the back as the item is turned around displayed under the back piece of glass Steve Currie has also signed the piece. It measures approx  After leaving John's Children in 1967, Marc Bolan forms the acoustic duo Tyrannosaurus Rex with percussionist Steve Peregrin Took. The duo signs a recording deal with producer Tony Visconti, for release on EMI's Regal Zonophone label. Following a poorly received US tour, Steve Took leaves to work on his own music and is replaced by Mickey Finn (3).

DAVID BOWIE - METROBOLIST/ BLACK STAR (COLOURED VINYL LP PACK). A superb pack of 2 brand new & sealed LPs by David Bowie. Both on limited-coloured vinyl. Titles include Metrobolist aka The Man Who Sold The World (METROBOLIST6, white vinyl pressing of 50th-anniversary mix by Tony Visconti. Condition is M/ Sealed) & Black Star (88875173871, 2016 limited edition clear vinyl pressing. M/ Sealed).

David Bowie LP vinyl records, eight modern release including David Live DB74763, 3-vinyl set; Under the Covers, 2-vinyl set; The World of David Bowie Decca90 (sealed); 40th Anniversary limited edition; Space Oddity 50th Anniversary mix by Tony Visconti; Tin Machine II, limited edition; Nineteen Seventy Four; Tin Machine Japan 1992 (sealed).Qty: 8

Full title: François Visconti (19th C.): Animated forest landscape, oil on panelDescription:Work: 93,2 x 61 cm Frame: 127 x 95 cm

A Visconti Firenze small ballpoint pen in black marked Visconti to clip and band, in original box and package

A large collection of signed CDsto include THE VERVE (3): Another Soul plus The Drugs Don’t Work Plus A Storm In Heaven (All 3 Signed: Richard Ashcroft); T. REX: Sordid Gold - (3 CD’s All Signed Tony Visconti); TEXAS (5): Greatest Hits Plus White On Blond Plus Careful What You Wish For plus The Hush Plus Red Book (All Five Signed: Sharleen Spiteri); TIFFANY: Greatest Hits; TAKE THAT (3): The Circus plus Beautiful World plus Progress (All 3 Signed: Gary Barlow); JAMES TAYLOR: The Best Of; THE THRILLS: So Much For The City (Signed By All 6 Members); TRACEY THORN: Love And Its Opposite, PETER ANDRE X 2; ASH X 2 (Wheeler, Hamilton & McMurray); FEIST; GIRLS ALOUD (Cheryl Cole, Harding, Roberts, & Walsh); ROBIN GIBB; HOTHOUSE FLOWERS (signed by all four); APPLETON (Signed by both Appleton); PLUS 30 other signed CDs (qty)

Guicciardini (Francesco) Fac Simile Dell' Istoria d'Italia, 10 vol. bound in 5, scattered spotting, bookplate, contemporary calf, spine labels, gilt, London & Milan, 1821-03 § Grossi (Tommaso) Marco Visconti, 2 vol., scattered spotting, Paris, 1840 § Capefigue (M.) Richelieu: Mazarin et la Fronde, 2 vol., Paris, 1844, half-titles, bookplate, scattered spotting, uniform contemporary calf, gilt; and others similar, 8vo & small 8vo (28)

Francesca Visconti di Modrone, Imposante Korallenkette 18 K Gold Verschluss, gestempelt und mit Juwelierpunze von „Francesca Visconti di Modrone“ aus Rom versehen. In Verlauf gestaltete Kette mit Naturkorallen von Ø ca. 1,7 bis 3 cm, einzeln geknotet. Der Verschluss legt sich als einzelne Blätter geformten um die zwei kleinsten Perlen. Altersentsprechende gute Erhaltung. Italien, ab 1968. L ca. 40 cm, Gewicht ca. 334 g.

Vintage clothing:- Leather music case, a briefcase and assorted ladies handbags inc. Dior, Visconti & East West etc (7)

HENRY IV: (1553-1610) King of France 1589-1610. Assassinated. L.S., Henry, one page, folio, Fontainebleau, 30th April 1604, to Cardinal [Alfonso] Visconti ('Mon Cousin'), in Middle French. The King informs his correspondent that he has instructed Cardinal de Givry 'qui s'en va par dela de vous visiter de ma part Et vous tesmoigner la bonne volonté que Je vous porte Dequoy Je desire qu'il s'acquicte a mon contentement et au Vre et que vous me continuyez aussi Vre affection au bien de mes affaires' (Translation: 'who goes beyond visiting you on my behalf and showing you the good will that I have for you, which I want him to fulfil to my satisfaction and yours and that you also continue your affection for the good of my business'). Countersigned at the foot by Nicolas de Neufville, seigneur de Villeroy (1543-1617) French secretary of state under four Kings of France, Minister of Foreign Affairs 1567-88, 1594-1616. With address panel to the verso, bearing the remnants of a blind embossed paper seal. A few minor, light stains, the largest at the head of the page only very slightly affecting a few words of text, and with a few light creases and tears to the edges, about VGAlfonso Visconti (1552-1608) Italian Roman Catholic cardinal and diplomat who served as Bishop of Spoleto 1604-07 as Cardinal Protector for the Austrian hereditary lands.Anne d'Escars de Givry (1546-1612) French Benedictine churchman and cardinal, a supporter of the Ligue.    

WLADYSLAW IV VASA: (1595-1648) King of Poland, Grand Duke of Lithuania 1632-48 and the disputed Tsar of Russia 1610-13. L.S., Vladislaus Rex, one page, folio, Warsaw, 27th December 1642, to Onorato Visconti, in Latin. The King sends his compliments and good wishes on the elevation of his correspondent to an honorary title, in part, 'Rev[erendissi]mo signor, Quando finance Vs. non ci havesse certificate il suo affetto sicome abbondanta[men]te ha fatto nell'uff[icio] che con Noi ha passato per le Feste del santo Natale, l'haveressimo nulladimento molto ben compreso dalla sua amorevolezza……L'accertiamo di haverlo aggradito pienam[en]te e di corrisponderle con ogni volonta in desiderar all'incontro a Lei ogni maggior bene' (Partial translation: 'We assure you that we have fully accepted it and that we correspond to it with every will in desiring every greater good for you'). With integral address leaf and affixed seal (causing a small oval area of light discolouration to the body of text). Loosely contained in the original paper wrappers bearing a contemporary annotation. About VG Onorato Visconti (1585-1645) Italian Roman Catholic cleric and papal diplomat who was appointed inquisitor for Malta by Pope Urban VIII in 1624 and as apostolic nuncio in Warsaw in 1630. Visconti was recalled to Rome in 1636 and although Urban VIII did not consider Visconti's performance satisfactory, Wladyslaw IV took the opposite view and proposed him for elevation to the cardinal's dignity because of his imperial privilege. However, the Pope found Poland's demand unacceptable, referring to a decree of the Council of Trent which said that only those candidates who belonged to the respective nation would be admitted, and to a bull of Pius IV that only Princes could make a recommendation in whose jurisdiction the candidate lived. The dispute over this continued for four years without reaching a conclusion. Despite repeated requests from Wladyslaw IV, the Barberini Pope never considered Visconti for the cardinalate and even ignored him at his last cardinal elevation on 13th July 1643.