Aldus and His Dream Book: A Viewing of Hypnerotomachia Poliphili

Schedule

Sat, 03 Oct, 2026 at 01:00 pm to Sat, 05 Dec, 2026 at 02:00 pm

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Museum of Printing | Haverhill, MA

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A truly special event this fall. See an original copy of the rarest and strangest book ever printed at the Museum of Printing.
About this Event

Hypnerotomachia Poliphili : The Strife of Love in a Dream by Francesco Colonna

Frank Romano has spent over 60 years collecting books about printing. His latest acquisition: Hypnerotomachia Poliphili was published by Aldus Manutius in Venice in 1499.
This incunabulum with an unpronounceable title is still a mystery to many bibliophiles. It consists of 172 detailed wood engravings and beautiful typography. It is the supreme illustrated book of the Renaissance.
Original copies sell for $150,000 if you can find one. You will see an original copy of the 200 in various worldwide collections.
Presentation will be limited to 30 attendees. Frank will tell the story of this landmark in the history of printing and reveal some of its secrets.
Limited photography will be allowed.


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Museum of Printing, 15 Thornton Avenue, Haverhill, United States

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