Reggia Oratoria (1729) Giovanni Margini – Antique Latin Rhetoric Book – Venice – Original Vellum Binding

Authentic 18th century antique book: “Reggia Oratoria”, a Latin rhetoric and language manual written by Jesuit author Giovanni Margini (Society of Jesus) and printed in Venice in 1729 by Stamperia Baglioni. A fascinating historical piece connected to Jesuit education and classical studies, focused on rhetoric and the correct usage of Latin vocabulary, typical of scholarly and academic learning of the period.

Details (as per title page):
Title: Reggia Oratoria
Author: Giovanni Margini, S.J.
Place: Venice (Venezia)
Printer: Stamperia Baglioni
Year: 1729 (MDCCXXIX)
Language: Latin

Binding and condition:
Original full vellum binding, with age patina and wear
Spine titled “Reggia Oratoria”
Pages show toning, foxing and age-related staining
Period handwritten notes on a few leaves
Wear to the binding and edges consistent with age and historical use
Text remains readable and the book is offered exactly as shown in the photos

A highly collectible antique volume for collectors of early printing, Jesuit history, Latin studies and classical rhetoric.