博客來This rare collection compiles emblem books by the Italian jurist Andrea Alciati, as preserved in the Library of George Edward Sears. The books contain a series of emblematic symbols, often accompanied by a moral lesson or reflection, which were popular in the 16th century. Sears was a renowned bibliophile and this collection provides a glimpse into the cultural trends of the era.
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