GREW (NEHEMIAH) The Anatomy of Plants. With an Idea of a Philosophical History of Plants. And Several Other Lectures Read before the Royal Society, first collected edition, imprimatur leaf before title, 83 engraved plates (5 double-page, plate 17 shaved just touching image at lower margin), arc of light damp staining to approximately 100 text leaves, contemporary calf, marbled edges, rebacked preserving original gilt lettering spine, abrasions to sides [ESTC R10887; Henrey 162; Hunt 362; Nissen BBI 758], folio (310 x 195mm.), W. Rawlins, for the Author, 1682 This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: • • Zero rated for VAT, no VAT will be added to the Hammer Price or the Buyer's Premium. For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com For further information about this lot please visit the lot listing
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