Antique medical book (1720) Francesco Roncalli Exercitatio Medico-Chirurgica

Rare 18th-century medical and surgical book, authentic first edition published in 1720: Francesco Roncalli, Exercitatio medico-chirurgica agens novam methodum extirpandi carunculas, et curandi fistulas urethrae, printed in Brescia (Brixiae) by Jo. Maria Ricciardi.

A scarce and important early work in the history of urology and surgical medicine, focused on urethral diseases and innovative treatment methods. Roncalli is historically known for the invention of the “syringa vermicularis”, an early flexible catheter illustrated in this book.

Highly sought after by collectors, medical historians and academic libraries.

Details (from title page):
Author: Francesco Roncalli
Title: Exercitatio medico-chirurgica…
Edition: First edition
Place and year: Brescia (Italy), 1720
Printer: Jo. Maria Ricciardi
Language: Latin

Collation:
In-8° format.
2 original folding engraved plates, present and complete.
Final index included.

Binding and condition:
Contemporary limp binding with handwritten spine title.
Last pages detached / loose, as shown in photos.
Small holes affecting some pages, consistent with age.
Title page professionally restored at the lower margin, stable and well executed.
General browning, foxing and age-related wear.
Complete copy, text fully legible, plates intact.

📄 Accompanied by an antiquarian bookseller’s bibliographic certificate, confirming authenticity and historical relevance. Offered as a genuine 18th-century original book, not a modern reproduction. A strong collectible for antique medical book collectors, history of medicine, surgery and urology specialists, and institutional libraries.

Due to the age and fragile condition of the book, returns are not accepted. Please review all photos carefully before purchasing.