SHAKESPEARE, William (1564-1616)- LEONI, Michele, translator (1776-1858). Romeo and Juliet. Florence: Marenigh, 1814 [IN LOT WITH:] Othello or the Moor of Venice. Florence: Alauzet, 1814 [WITH:] La Tempesta. Pisa: Capurro, 1815. Excellent copies of three rare first Italian translations of Shakespeare, carried out by Michele Leoni ; a key figure in the early reception of the English playwright in Italy ; and published between Florence and Pisa. 3 volumes, large 8vo (c. 214 x 140mm). Wide-margined, uncut copies in contemporary patterned wrappers. (3)