Lot 288
  • 288

Haller, Albrecht von.

Estimate
1,500 - 2,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • Enumeratio methodica stirpium Helvetiae indigenarum. Göttingen: A. Vandenhoek, 1742
first edition, 2 volumes bound in one, folio (384 x 250mm.), title printed in red and black with engraved vignette, dedication leaf, 24 engraved plates, a few folding, contemporary half vellum, the plates bound in at the end under a folding extension of the lower cover, occasional slight spotting

Provenance

University of Jena Library, withdrawn inkstamp; Otto Hein, Halle, inscription at end

Literature

Nissen BBI 773; Stafleu TL2 2306

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."

Catalogue Note

Haller's first survey of Swiss flora.