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Edwards, Sydenham Teast
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15,000 - 20,000 USD
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The Botanical Register: Consisting of Coloured Figures of Exotic Plants, Cultivated in British Gardens; with Their History and Mode of Treatment. London: James Ridgway, 1815–1847
34 volumes, comprising volumes 1–33 and index to volumes 1–20, 8vo (9 x 5 3/4 in.; 230 x 145 mm), 2,702 handcolored engraved plates (some folding); dampstaining primarily affecting vols. 1-16, prints offsetting to text throughout, text offsetting to a few plates in vols. 9, 10, and 14. Contemporary half calf; some volume rebacked with buckram with remnants of spines laid down, several boards detached, spines defective.
34 volumes, comprising volumes 1–33 and index to volumes 1–20, 8vo (9 x 5 3/4 in.; 230 x 145 mm), 2,702 handcolored engraved plates (some folding); dampstaining primarily affecting vols. 1-16, prints offsetting to text throughout, text offsetting to a few plates in vols. 9, 10, and 14. Contemporary half calf; some volume rebacked with buckram with remnants of spines laid down, several boards detached, spines defective.
Literature
Nissen BBI 2379; Great Flower Books, pl 84; Dunthorne 108; Stafleu TL2 16525
Condition
34 volumes, comprising volumes 1–33 and appendix to volumes 1–23, 8vo (9 x 5 3/4 in.; 230 x 145 mm), 2702 handcolored engraved plates; dampstaining primarily affecting vols. 1-16, prints offsetting to text throughout, text offsetting to a few plates in vols. 9, 10, and 14. Contemporary half calf; some volume rebacked with buckram with remnants of spines laid down, several boards detached, spines defective.
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. Sydenham Edwards was a botanical artist who worked for 27 years for Curtis's Botanical Magazine. In 1815 he started the rival Botanical Register. The text for the first 13 volumes is by John Bellenden-Ker and for the remainder by John Lindley.
Sold as a periodical, not subject to return.
Sold as a periodical, not subject to return.