109. Hohberg (Wolfgang Helmhard von, Baron ) Georgica Curiosa, 2 vol., mixed edition, additional engraved titles, printed titles in red and black with woodcut device, 10 engraved plates, numerous engraved illustrations in text, a few marginal tears with loss, vol. I 5U repair with partial loss of 10 lines of text, 1716-1682 bound with Georgica Unterricht..., 1682, some foxing and water-staining, some closed tears (a few affecting text, some repaired), contemporary calf, not uniform, one with metal clasps, rubbed, edges chipped, folio, Nuremburg; sold not subject to return
est. £600 – £800
Important encyclopaedic work on country life covering all aspects of running an estate and household including hunting, cookery, beekeeping, growing vegetables and vines, laying the table etc.