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Auction #115 begins on 30 May 2024

Liltved, William & Johnsson, S D

THE CAPE ORCHIDS ( Vol 1 & 2)

A Regional Monograph of the Orchids of the Cape Floristic Region.

Published: Sandstone Editions, Cape Town, 2012

Edition: 1st Edition

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Both volumes signed by William Liltved.  1000 copies printed. Total of 1022 pages.

Encased in pictorial slip case.

The set is dedicated to Harry Bolus founder of Orchidology in South Africa.

A magnificent publication,  over 2000 full colour photographs as well as painting by botanical artist Fay Anderson.

Covers all aspects of the Cape Orchid including pollination by bees, butterflies, moths, flies and beetles, the secrets of deception and mimicry, cultivation, distribution etc. 

Please note that this is a very heavy set of books weighing over 6,5kg without packaging and will incur extra delivery costs, especially to overseas buyers.

  • Jacket Condition: Mint Condition
  • Binding Condition: Very Good
  • Overall Condition: Mint Condition
  • Size: 32 x 25 x 9 cm
  • Sold By: Fortunate Finds Bookshop
  • Contact Person: Kathy Sullivan
  • Country: South Africa
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Telephone: 0761689830
  • Preferred Payment Methods: EFT payment for South African Buyers. PayFast with 5% surcharge for overseas buyers, regrettably I no longer accept credit cards.
  • Trade Associations: AA Approved


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