The Botanist; Containing Accurately Coloured Figures, of Tender and Hardy Ornamental Plants; with Descriptions, Scientific and Popular; Intended to Convey both Moral and Intellectual Gratification. 5 Volumes – Maund, B. And Henslow, Rev. J.S.
R41,800.00
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250 fine hand coloured botanical plates. A minimal amount of foxing, mostly to the prelims. Tissue guard to each plate except in volume 5 where 4 plates lack the flimsy. Each volume inscribed, “Mary Austen Mausford from her affectionate Father 1840” on the prelim. Volume 5 with a 3cm short tear to the prelim and one plate in volume 4 inverted. An excellent set with bright clear plates. Green silk markers intact. Tartan endpapers, a.e.g. 1st Edition. Condition: Very good. Binding: Hardcover. Half green morocco with marbled boards and a gilt decorated leather label to front board of each volume. Some light wear and rubbing to the bindings.
Publisher: R Groombridge
Date Published: [1837-1846]
Publication Place: London
First Edition: Yes
Condition: Very good.
Binding: Hardcover. Half green morocco with marbled boards and a gilt decorated leather label to front board of each volume. Some light wear and rubbing to the bindings.














