De Humana Physiognomonia Libri IIII.

First edition of one of the earliest illustrated works on physiognomy, of considerable influence on succeeding generations of scientists including Lavater. Quarto, bound in full calf with ruling and titles stamped in blind to the spine in twelve compartments within raised bands, elaborate borders stamped in blind to the front and read panels, engraved pictorial title page with central portrait of Cardinale Luigi d'Este to whom the work was dedicated, frontispiece portrait of the author, 85 engravings throughout text, engraved headpieces, tailpieces and initials. In near fine condition. A stunning example.