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Porterfield (William) - A Treatise on the Eye, the

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2 vol., first edition, presentation copy inscribed 'to Patrick Crawford of Auchnames Esqr. from the Author', 8 folding engraved plates, some browning and spotting, extremities of plates a little chipped and frayed, contemporary calf, gilt, spines with red morocco labels, some insect damage to coversm rubbed, 8vo, Edinburgh, 1759 .