The Art of Fencing: The Forgotten Discourse of Camillo Palladini (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9780948092961)

Until now, Camillo Palladini's manuscript for his discourse on fencing was housed in the De Walden Library at the Wallace Collection in London. Hitherto unpublished and largely unknown, it is of central importance to a modern understanding of Italian rapier play in the sixteenth century. This stunning book, a joint endeavour between the Royal Armouries and the Wallace Collection, reproduces the forty-six red chalk illustrations in the manuscript--only three of which have ever been seen in print--together with a transcription and translation of the original Italian text. Perfect for students of fencing, lovers of Italian art, sixteenth-century researchers, and historical reenactors and interpreters, The Art of Fencing: The Forgotten Discourse of Camillo Palladini showcases a striking example of Renaissance swordsmanship.

Author: Piermarco Terminiello
ISBN-10: 0948092963
ISBN-13: 9780948092961
Publisher: Royal Armouries
Language: English
Published: 01/02/2020
Pages: 224
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 3.17lbs
Size: 8.00h x 11.90w x 1.20d