Description: Arti Grafiche Meroni, Lissone, Italy, 2005. In English and Italian. By Ermanno Casasco. Near Fine Condition. Presumed First Edition (NAP). This is a very rare book, but the rarity of the copy here for sale is singular (you know that joke that begins 'how rare is it'): Once listed it will be the Only signed copy for sale on the Internet. The inscription is on the title page. It looks like it's dated 2006. I can't make out the second name in the inscription (see photo), but what I can read is 'To Gabrielle & _____ with all my affection, your gardener, Ermanno.' The descriptions of the landscaping on each page are in both English and Italian. The Introduction at the front of the book is in Italian. The seven-page translation titled English text ends the book. Mr. Casasco had some very wealthy clients. Some of the settings are quite extraordinary, the views as well. Color photographs can be found on almost every page.The first short essay is titled Il serpente e il giardino, written by Eleanora Fiorani. The second is titled Il senso di Ermanno per il giardino by Nani Prina. Next up is a short piece by Mr. Casasco titled Il giardino. That is followed by a two-page piece titled Conversazione con Ermanno Casasco by Ms. Fiorani. I think I'll just ask you to request a photograph of the Contents (Sommario) page if you have an interest. It does go on and on (referencing the much varied locations of the landscaper's artistry) and there are a few other individuals who are contributing to the text, particularly a Gilberto Oneto. Some of the locations: various cities in Italy, Rome, Milan, Naples, also outside of Italy-- Istanbul, New York, Tangeri, to name a few. A beautiful book.
Price: 165 USD
Location: Pound Ridge, New York
End Time: 2024-02-26T21:38:43.000Z
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Narrative Type: Nonfiction
Modified Item: Yes
Country/Region of Manufacture: Italy
Topic: Italy, Gardens, Landscaping
Format: Hardcover
Inscribed: Yes
Personalized: Yes
Publication Year: 2005
Modification Description: Signed by the author/Landscaper
Signed: Yes
Special Attributes: 1st Edition, Dust Jacket, Only Signed Copy, Illustrated
