![Dr. Robert John THORNTON (English, 1768 - 1837), A group of five full-page engraved plates from his "Elements of Botany", including "The Organization of the Grape-Vine as seen through the Microscope" [1799]; "Transverse Sections of Roots...." [1799]; "Anatomy of the Oak" [1803]; and two others, (5). All 49 x 34cm.](https://auctions.leski.com.au/images/lot/3948/394832_m.jpg?ts=1643174094)
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Dr. Robert John THORNTON (English, 1768 - 1837), A group of five full-page engraved plates from his "Elements of Botany", including "The Organization of the Grape-Vine as seen through the Microscope" [1799]; "Transverse Sections of Roots...." [1799]; "Anatomy of the Oak" [1803]; and two others, (5). All 49 x 34cm.
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A$200–300
Realised
A$100
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