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Author: Bartholinus, Thomas
Title: Anatomia, ex Caspari Bartholini parentis Institutionibus, omniumque Recentiorum & propriis observationibus tertium ad sanguinis circulationem reformata. Cum iconibus novis accuratissimis: accessit huic postremae editioni Th. Bartholini appendix de lacteis thoracicis & vasis lymphaticis
Place: The Hague
Publisher: Adriani Vlacq
Date: 1666
Item # : 206209
Sale Number   429
Lot Number   14
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Rare Books & Manuscripts: The Library of Kent Johnson (with additions)
Sale Date   05/27/2010
Price realized   $ 720
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Description:
[16] (incl. added engraved title), 594, [14] pp. With numerous engraved illustrations, some full-page; 7 folding plates. (8vo) 19.7x12 cm. (8x4¾"), period calf, rebacked with original spine strip laid on, morocco label.
Thomas Bartholin (Thomas Bartolinus) (1616-1680) was a Danish physician, mathematician, and theologian. He is best known for his work in the discovery of the lymphatic system in humans and for his advancements of the theory of refrigeration anesthesia, being the first to describe it scientifically. Rubberstamp and deaccession stamp of Sion College Library to verso of title-page.
Condition:
Some wear to covers and internal aging, but very good overall.
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