L12405

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Lot 32
  • 32

Sander, Henry Frederick Conrad.

Estimate
3,000 - 4,000 GBP
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Description

  • Reichenbachia. Orchids Illustrated and Described. St Albans: F. Sander and Co., 1888-1894
  • paper
First and second series, together 4 volumes, folio (525 x 384mm.), 191 chromolithographed plates (of 192), [Great Flower Books, p.75; Nissen BBI 1722; Stafleu TL2 10.129], Worthing Public Library, bookplate and inkstamps to titles and plates (generally marginal, sometimes on plate number), and some text leaves, presented by W.H.B. Fletcher, contemporary red half morocco by Bickers & Son, spines gilt, top edge gilt, lacks plate 83 in volume 2, some spotting, some plates adhered to facing page or with traces of this having happened, one text leaf repaired and window mounted

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."