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Auction #123 begins on 15 May 2025

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, 2012

Edition: First Edition

Reserve: $225

Approximately:

Estimate: $180

Bidding opens: 15 May 16:30 GMT

Bidding closes: 22 May 16:30 GMT

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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
  • Binding Condition: Mint
  • Overall Condition: Mint


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