1738 – Catholic Religious Orders – Bonanni | Illustrated Monks, Friars & Missionaries

Verzeichnüß der geistlichen Ordens-Personen is a rare 18th-century German translation of an iconic early 1700s Italian work by Philippo Bonanni. Ordinum Religiosorum in Ecclesia Militanti Catalogus was originally written to document various religious orders such as monks and friars, and provide not only historical context but visual references for their clothing and costume. Notable orders include Augustinian, Franciscans, Carmelites, Jesuit missionaries, and Benedictines. Note the 141 full-page copper engravings found in this volume dedicated to the male monastic figures.   Bibliographic Details Title: Verzeichnüß der geistlichen Ordens-Personen in der streitenden Kirchen : in nette Abbildungen und einer kurtzen Erzehlung verfasset. Sr. Päbstlichen Heiligkeit Clementi XI Author(s): Philipp Bonanni Publisher: Nürnberg, Christoph Weigel Edition: 1738 edition. Binding: hardcover Format: (8vo), single volume Size:  8.25 x 6.75 in (21 x 17 cm) Collation: [1], [4], 156 pp Illustrations: 141 full-page engraved plates Contents Include: Catholic religious orders Monastic dress and hierarchy Augustinians, Franciscans, Carmelites Jesuit missionary figures Benedictine costume   Condition: Hardcover, tight and secure; pages show expected age toning, with no major loss. Overall good condition.   Why Collect This? German edition of Bonanni’s illustrated monastics survey 141 engraved plates depicting clerical attire Interest for collectors of religion and costume history   Item Number: #50205 Categories European History Religion Authors Philipp Bonanni Printing Date 18th Century Language German Binding Hardcover Book Condition Good Collation Complete