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Candolle, Augustin Pyramus de.
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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Description
- Astragalogia nepe astragali, biserrulae et oxytropidis, nec non phacae, colutae et lessertiae, historia iconibus illustrata. Paris: Garnery, 1802
first edition, folio (515 x 337mm.), half-title, 50 engraved plates, some light spotting, contemporary French red half morocco gilt, some light spotting
Provenance
Lord Derby, Knowsley Hall, engraved armorial bookplate; Robert De Belder, sale in these rooms, 27 April 1997, lot 59
Literature
Dunthorne 242; Great Flower Books, p.53; Nissen BBI 319; Hunt, Redouteana 9; Stafleu TL2 984
Condition
Condition is described in the main body of the cataloguing, where appropriate
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
Catalogue Note
the derby-de belder copy, on large paper, with plates by pierre joseph redouté, engraved by Plée, Tardieu, and others.