- 36
Group of Japanese books on medicine and related subjects
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Li Shizhen (1518?–1593). Honzo komoku (Ben Cao Gang Mu in Chinese), "Phamacopoeia,” printed in Japan about 1857, 3 vols., comprising part of the plants and reptiles sections — Unknown. Jushikei Rakuhatsuki (teaching of acupuncture), dated 1798, 51 leaves — Jun Bokuho(?). Shindai kanoko no kusuri (“book on medicine“), dated 1804, 6 leaves — Anonymous(?). Akagoyoiku kanjin no in (“Points of raising babies”), dated 1831, 6 leaves — Yoshimasu Toudou & Taguchi Shinan. Gansanho Koihou kenyou (“Ancient use of medicine”), dated 1819, 14 leaves — Ishida Ryugen (1821–1875). Kokoro no kagami, Banmin (”Reflecting on heart, good deed and bad deed”), 2 vols., 19th century — Zhu and others. Chou-shi’isho (“Dr. Zhu’s notes”), dated 1673, 151 leaves — Watanabe Yurin (?). Jyushikei rinko shinan (“Teaching of acupuncture”) vol. 2 of 2 only, 19th century — Anonymous. "Artistic drawings of birds," dated 1718
- Paper, ink, cloth
Together 9 works in 12 volumes, various sizes. Most works with woodblock illustrations. Some works are incomplete, some wear and occasional staining. Various Japanese stab-sewn wrappers; various wear. Contained in 3 cloth folding-cases.
Condition
Together 9 works in 12 volumes, various sizes. Most works with woodblock illustrations. Some works are incomplete, some wear and occasional staining. Various Japanese stab-sewn wrappers; various wear.
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.