Antique Prints, Maps, & Books of Natural History, Botanicals, & More
Lot 1281:
Description
This book is Friedrich Philipp Wilmsen’s
Kupfer-Gammlung besonders zu FP Wilmsens Handbuch der Naturgeschichte. This is the second edition and was published in Leipzig in 1831 by CF Amelang.
The work is bound in dark green cloth with gold gilt lettering on the spine. It includes 62 copperplate engravings, of which 58 are hand colored. The plates are by and after Muller & Weber
It was designed as a supplement to previously published schoolbooks. Subject matters included range from mammals, birds, fish, sea life, botanicals, amongst others.
The book was originally intended to supplement Friedrich Philipp Wilmsen’s
Handbook of Natural History, but was stated by the authors to be able to work well with other schoolbooks of natural history.
Paper Size: ~ 7 1/4" by 9 7/8"
Paper Type or Special Features: Volume with 62 Engravings (58 Originally Hand-colored)
Condition report:
The work is in very good to excellent condition overall. There are signs of wear, chipping, and some loosening to the binding. There may be a few minor marks or imperfections to be expected with age. Please review the image carefully for condition and contact us with any questions.
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