Meyers Konversations-Lexikon, 19th Century Illustrated Encyclopaedia (8-10 volumes)

For sale is a partial set (approx. 8-10 volumes) of Meyers Konversations-Lexikon, 4th edition (Leipzig & Vienna, Bibliographisches Institut, 1885–1892).

This is one of the most famous German encyclopaedias of the 19th century, published by Joseph Meyer's Bibliographisches Institut. The books are richly illustrated with both black-and-white and chromolithographic plates, including fine botanical and zoological illustrations, maps, and technical drawings.

Details:

• Published: 1885–1892
• Language: German
• Volumes: 7–10 (not complete)
• Binding: Original half-leather with gilt decoration
• Condition: Generally good, some wear to spines and corners, contents well preserved. Plates are in beautiful condition.

This is not only a historical reference work but also a visual treasure, perfect for collectors, libraries, or for framing individual plates.

Price: EUR 400 / USD 450 (for the lot)

(Individual volumes may be sold separately upon request.)

Location: Oslo, Norway

Keywords: antique books, illustrated encyclopaedia, chromolithographs, botanical, zoological, 19th century, Meyer, reference works

Norwegian version (for FINN.no):

Meyers Konversations-Lexikon, 19th-century lexicon with magnificent illustrations (7–10 volumes)

Selger et parti of approx. Volumes 7–10 of Meyer's Konversations-Lexikon, 4th edition (Leipzig & Wien, Bibliographisches Institut, 1885–1892).

This is one of the most famous German encyclopedia series from the 19th century, published by Joseph Meyer and his publishing house Bibliographisches Institut. The volumes are richly illustrated with both black-and-white and color plates (chromolithography), including botanical and zoological motifs, maps and technical drawings.

Details:

• Published: 1885–1892
• Language: German
• Number of volumes: 7–10 (not fully seen)
• Binding: Original half leather with gold accents
• Condition: Generally good, normal wear on leather spines and corners, contents well preserved. Your plans are in great condition.

This is both a historical reference work and a work of art in book form, suitable for collection, decoration or framing of the beautiful plans.

Price: SEK NOK 4,500 in total

(Possibly volumes can be sold simply by agreement.)

Place: Oslo

Keywords: antiquarian books, illustrated books, plans, botany, zoology, maps, 19th century, Meyer, encyclopedias, encyclopedias

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