$1,107
Parkinson, John (1567-1650) Theatrum Botanicum: the Theater of Plants. London: Cotes, 1640. First edition, folio, lacking the engraved title, illustrated with approximately 2,700 woodcuts describing over 3,800 different plants, later full leather, boards detached, bottom corner of title and preliminaries worn with loss, 13 1/4 x 8 3/4 in. Estimate $400-600 [ ]5, (a)4, B-Z6, Aa-Zz6, Aaa-Zzz6, Aaaa-Llll6, Mmmm4, Nnnn-Zzzz6, 5A-5Z6, 6A-6Z6, 7A6-7H6, 7I5. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2017-11-12