Lot 384
  • 384

Ferrari, Giovanni

Estimate
1,200 - 1,800 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • De florum cultura libri IV. Rome: excudebat Stephanus Paulinus, 1633
  • paper
FIRST EDITION, 4to (225 x 170mm.), engraved title, engraved allegorical plate, 46 engraved plates of allegories,  flowers, gardening tools and plans, contemporary vellum, [Hunt 222; Nissen BBI 620], some light browning and foxing

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."

Catalogue Note

Several Cape flowers are illustrated for the first time.