William Curtis (1746 /1799) - Papavero orientale "The Botanical Magazine"

Collection of 2 sheets, including 1 hand-coloured plate from period and 1 descriptive plate; Excellent engraving and copperplate printing on watermarked paper, sublime contemporary colouring. Good condition. Shipping insured via Bartolini/DPD/Postal Service. To benefit from the insurance coverage, any damage to the binding must be contested and reported to the courier at the time of delivery. Otherwise, it will not be possible to activate the insurance reimbursement procedure. • Author: William Curtis (1746–1799), famous English botanist and entomologist also known for signing the Flora Londinensis. • Volume: Vol. II. • Year of publication: 1796 • Printer: Stephen Couchman, who oversaw the printing in London on behalf of Curtis himself. William Curtis (1746–1799) was one of the most important English botanists, entomologists, and science communicators of the 18th century. His stature was fundamental in making botany and the study of plants accessible and fascinating to the general public of the era.

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