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Desfontaines, Réné
Estimate
1,000 - 1,500 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Flora atlantica, sive plantarum quae in atlante, agro tunetano et algeriensi crescent. Paris: Blanchon, typis Panckoucke, An VI-VIII [1798-1800]
- paper
FIRST EDITION, Stafleu’s second issue, on laid paper, 2 volumes, 4to (302 x 218mm.), half-titles, dedication leaf, 263 plates after P. J. and H. J. Redouté and others, contemporary half morocco, [Dunthorne 92; Nissen BBI 475; Stafleu TL2 1392], bookplate of Christian Heuer, some dampstaining, binding rubbed, rebacked retaining original spines
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."
"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."