English Botany; or, Coloured Figures of British Plants. Vol. 15.

1802 1ed English Botany Plants Sowerby Flowers Meadow Grass Soapwort Illustrated English naturalist James Sowerby published what would become the preeminent illustrated work on English botany. Entitled simply, 'English Botany.' This work was a compendium of the native plants in Great Britain. Sowerby provided beautiful illustrations accompanied by descriptions of the various properties, natural habitat, and other characteristics of numerous plants across Britain. This edition includes 72 beautifully hand-colored botanical plates including views of Smooth-stalked Meadow Grass, Soapwort, and Strawberry-headed Trefoil. Item number: #21567 Price: $599 SOWERBY, James English Botany; or, Coloured Figures of British Plants. Vol. 15. London: Wilks and Taylor, 1802. First edition. Details: • Collation: Complete o [2], leaves 1009-1080, [6] o 72 hand-colored plates • References: Sitwell pg. 140 • Language: English • Binding: Leather; tight and secure • Size: ~9.25in X 5.75in (23.5cm x 14.5cm) Our Guarantee: Very Fast. Very Safe. Free Shipping Worldwide. Customer satisfaction is our priority! Notify us with 7 days of receiving, and we will offer a full refund without reservation! 21567 Photos available upon request.