Lot 311
  • 311

Roques, Joseph.

Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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Description

  • Phytographie médicale, ornée de figures coloriées de grandeur naturelle, ou l'on expose l'Histoire des Poisons tirés du Règne Végétal: Paris: the author, Didot le jeune, 1821-[1824]
first edition, 2 volumes, large 4to (305 x 220mm.), 180 engraved plates, printed in colours and finished by hand, nineteenth-century half calf over marbled boards by Gebroeders Van Cleef, marbled sides, binding rebacked

Literature

Nissen BBI 1673

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."