Schinz,H.R.
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Schinz,H.R.
The first part of the book is a book on the history of the human body, and the second part is a book on the history of the human body, and a book on the history of the human body. 3rd ed. Zurich, Honegger 1845. fol. With lithographic title and 55 lithographic plates. In 11 original delivery OU. (corners damaged, traces of use), together in mod. Cloth cassette. The rare delivery edition. - Cf. Nissen, ZBI 3675 (hardcover edition). - Interesting natural history attempting a systematization of the various ethnic groups, here still from an evolutionist point of view. The plates show human anatomy, muscles, and nerves, but are devoted overall to depicting inhabitants of indigenous African, American, Asian, and Oceanic areas, as well as European royalty. Besides traditional body ornaments like tattoos and decorations are depicted. - Wide-margined, partly somewhat spotted.
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