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Title: The Vatican Frescoes of Michelangelo Author: Chastel, André Place: [New York] Publisher: Abbeville Date: [1980] Description: 2 volumes. Illustrated with 352 color photograph plates, some folding, by Takashi Okamura. 20½x16½, morocco-backed decorated boards, text block reinforced with 2 boards, connected with ribbon, as issued, all housed within drop-back faux morocco box, internally lined with suede. Number 361 out of 400 copies in English and a total limitation of 600 (200 printed in Japanese). Volume I: The Ceiling and Volume II: The Last Judgement and The Pauline Chapel. The blue drop-back box is massive, measuring 22¾x19½x5. Decorated with a red, cream and gilt Celtic design and gilt lettering, while the volume covers are decorated with red, blue and gilt Arabesque designs. Lot Amendments Condition: A few tiny scuff marks to box from handling; else fine. Additional shipping charges may apply. Item number: 205717