Armorial Frontispiece from 'Academie de l'Espee'

by Girard - Thibault, ?Simon Van de Passe

$450 · Offered by Donald A. Heald Rare Books · No longer available

A fine print from the most sumptuous book on fencing ever produced, which combines a strong design sense with beauty and historical importance, executed by one of the greatest engravers of the day. Thibault's work was produced during a period when the Italian rapier or epee held sway. The Italians discovered the effectiveness of the dexterous use of the point rather than the edge of the sword. By the end of the 16th century, their lighter weapon...and simple, nimble, and

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