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Bateman, James
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5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
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A Second Century of Orchidaceous Plants. Selected from the subjects published in 'Curtis' Botanical Magazine' since the issue of the 'First Century.' Ashford, Kent: L. Reeve & Co., 1867
4to (12 3/8 x 9 7/8 in.; 313 x 253 mm). 100 hand-colored lithographed plates by and after W. H. Fitch (numbered 101–200), half-title; occasional (usually minor) spotting, printed correction slip pasted over imprint on title-page. Publisher's green cloth gilt; some wear and rubbing to extremities, free endpapers browned.
4to (12 3/8 x 9 7/8 in.; 313 x 253 mm). 100 hand-colored lithographed plates by and after W. H. Fitch (numbered 101–200), half-title; occasional (usually minor) spotting, printed correction slip pasted over imprint on title-page. Publisher's green cloth gilt; some wear and rubbing to extremities, free endpapers browned.
Literature
Great Flower Books p. 49; Nissen BBI 87; Stafleu TL2 344
Condition
Condition as described in catalogue entry.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
Catalogue Note
First edition. A continuation of A Century of Orchidaceous Plants published by William Jackson Hooker in 1849 (see lots 108–109).