[PARMIGIANINO] - BOSSI, Benigno (1727-1792) - Raccolta di disegni originali di Fra.co Mazzola detto il Parmigianino. Parma; Milan: Giacchino Bettalli, [1772]. Rare collection of Bossi's magnificent engravings and etchings that reproduce Parmigianino's drawings with detail and skill with the method devised by Gilles Demarteau (1729-1786) particularly effective in rendering the engravings in imitation of the sanguine drawings. . Folio (415 x 275mm). Engraved title with engraved vignette, declaration from the Academy of Parma, dedicatory plate to Count Alessandro Sanvitali, 29 engraved plates on 28 leaves, drawn in black or brown inks (some foxing, heavier on title). 19th-century half vellum, marbled covers, manuscript title on spine.

Estimate € 2,000 - 3,000