The WoodBook [The Wood Book] in Wooden Box

By: Leistikow, Klaus Ulrich and Hough, Romeyn B.

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864pgs. Fine/As New condition hardcover in original shrinkwrap, enclosed in accompanying wooden box with sliding front panel and original outer cardboard box. A selective compilation of "The American Woods" 1888-1913 which was originally published with actual specimens on cardboard stock.. This edition is illustrated by strikingly detailed photos of the original wood specimen veneers, as well as lithographs by Charles Sprague. The wood of each of 350 species of American trees, some now extinct, is presented in three views: transverse cross-section, radial quarters-awn and tangential flat-sawn. Text in German, English and French describes the geographical distribution of the tree species as well as physical properties such as grain and color of the wood. Please note: this large package will weigh over 7 lbs and extra postage will be required. ISBN 3822817422. Book# 2571.

Title: The WoodBook [The Wood Book] in Wooden Box

Author Name: Leistikow, Klaus Ulrich and Hough, Romeyn B.

Illustrator: Charles Sprague

Categories: Gift Ideas, First Editions, Collectible, Collector's Reference Shelf, Non-Fiction, Text and Reference Books, COMPLETE CATALOG,

Edition: First Thus, Special Boxed Edition

Publisher: Taschen: 2002

ISBN Number: 3822817422

ISBN Number 13: 9783822817421

Binding: Hardcover in Wooden Box

Book Condition: As New

Size: 9.5x6.5 Inches

Seller ID: 2571