Antique Prints, Maps, & Books of Natural History, Botanicals, & More
Lot 7733:
Description
This scarce first edition engraving is from Sir Charles Linnaeus & Ebenezer Sibley’s
A Genuine and Universal System of Natural-History… or Magazine of Natural History. The work was printed for the propietor in London between 1794 and 1810. Carl Linnaeus was a Swedish botanist, physician and zoologist who formalized the system of binomial nomenclature which is still in practice today. He is considered the Father of Taxonomy.
Paper Size: ~ 5 1/8” by 8 1/4”
Paper Type or Special Features: Originally Hand-colored Engraving
Condition report:
The work is in very good to excellent condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or faint marks or fox marks to be expected with age. Please review the image carefully for condition and contact us with any questions. - Includes Text Pages
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