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Roscoe, Margaret Lace.
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Floral Illustrations of the Seasons, consisting of representations drawn from nature of some of the most beautiful, hardy and rare herbaceous plants, cultivated in the flower garden. London: Robert Havell and Baldwin & Cradock, 1829-1831
first edition, 4to (278 x 223mm.), engraved additional title, dedication leaf, 3 sectional titles, 55 hand-coloured engraved plates, contemporary green calf gilt over watered silk boards, a few plates shaved, binding rebacked retaining most of original label, corners repaired
Literature
Dunthorne 266; Great Flower Books, p.74; Nissen BBI 1676; Stafleu TL2 9504
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 author was daughter-in-law of William Roscoe, author of the famous Monandrian Plants of the Order Scitamineae, to whom the work is dedicated.