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Auction #120 begins on 16 Jan 2025

Liltved (William) & Johnsson (S.D.)

THE CAPE ORCHIDS ( Volumes 1 & 2)

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

Published: Sandstone Editions, Cape Town, 2012

Edition: First Edition

Reserve: $185

Approximately:

Estimate: $320

Bidding opens: 16 Jan 16:30 GMT

Bidding closes: 23 Jan 16:30 GMT

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

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

Encased in pictorial slip case.

The set is dedicated to Harry ,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. 

A heavy set of books weighing over 6,5kg without packaging.

  • Jacket Condition: Fine
  • Binding Condition: Fine
  • Overall Condition: Fine
  • Size: 32 x 25 x 9 cm


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