12th Mar, 2025 10:00
The Fine Collectors Sale
Matthew Baillie, The Morbid Anatomy, 1812
Matthew Baillie, M.D., F.R.S., A Series of Engravings, Accompanied with Explanations, Which Are Intended to Illustrate the Morbid Anatomy of Some of the Most Important Parts of the Human Body; Divided into Ten Fasciculi, 1812 (Second Edition), pp. ii (dedication), 3–228, (7) index, with 73 engraved plates, Quarto 25cm x 32cm, period full leather binding, since rebacked, oxing typical for its age, but it is otherwise well-preserved
Matthew Baillie (1761–1823) was a highly respected Scottish physician and pathologist, known for his contributions to the study of human anatomy and disease. Educated at the University of Glasgow and the University of Oxford, Baillie built upon the legacy of his uncle, the famous anatomist William Hunter. He held several prestigious roles, including Physician Extraordinary to King George III, and was a Fellow of the Royal Society.
Baillie’s most notable work, The Morbid Anatomy of Some of the Most Important Parts of the Human Body (1793), was the first comprehensive treatise on pathology as a distinct scientific discipline. His dedication to understanding the structural changes caused by disease established him as a leading figure in early medical science. His publications were meticulously detailed, and his approach to pathology set the stage for modern medical practices.
Book Description:
This second edition of A Series of Engravings (1812) complements Baillie's landmark work on pathology. Finely printed by W. Bulmer and Co. originally published in fascicules over a 5 year period, the volume contains 73 detailed engraved plates designed to illustrate the structural changes caused by various diseases. These plates were based on materials from the Hunterian Collection, with contributions by William Clift, the collection’s curator and a protégé of John Hunter.
The engravings provide depictions of morbid anatomy, accompanied by Baillie's lucid explanations. Topics include inflammation, tumors, and the pathological changes associated with diseases such as cerebral hemorrhage and hydrocephalus. The final section focuses on neuropathology, covering abnormalities of the brain and its coverings. This volume is recognized as a foundational work in pathology, blending scientific rigor with artistic precision.
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Matthew Baillie, M.D., F.R.S., A Series of Engravings, Accompanied with Explanations, Which Are Intended to Illustrate the Morbid Anatomy of Some of the Most Important Parts of the Human Body; Divided into Ten Fasciculi, 1812 (Second Edition), pp. ii (dedication), 3–228, (7) index, with 73 engraved plates, Quarto 25cm x 32cm, period full leather binding, since rebacked, oxing typical for its age, but it is otherwise well-preserved
Matthew Baillie (1761–1823) was a highly respected Scottish physician and pathologist, known for his contributions to the study of human anatomy and disease. Educated at the University of Glasgow and the University of Oxford, Baillie built upon the legacy of his uncle, the famous anatomist William Hunter. He held several prestigious roles, including Physician Extraordinary to King George III, and was a Fellow of the Royal Society.
Baillie’s most notable work, The Morbid Anatomy of Some of the Most Important Parts of the Human Body (1793), was the first comprehensive treatise on pathology as a distinct scientific discipline. His dedication to understanding the structural changes caused by disease established him as a leading figure in early medical science. His publications were meticulously detailed, and his approach to pathology set the stage for modern medical practices.
Book Description:
This second edition of A Series of Engravings (1812) complements Baillie's landmark work on pathology. Finely printed by W. Bulmer and Co. originally published in fascicules over a 5 year period, the volume contains 73 detailed engraved plates designed to illustrate the structural changes caused by various diseases. These plates were based on materials from the Hunterian Collection, with contributions by William Clift, the collection’s curator and a protégé of John Hunter.
The engravings provide depictions of morbid anatomy, accompanied by Baillie's lucid explanations. Topics include inflammation, tumors, and the pathological changes associated with diseases such as cerebral hemorrhage and hydrocephalus. The final section focuses on neuropathology, covering abnormalities of the brain and its coverings. This volume is recognized as a foundational work in pathology, blending scientific rigor with artistic precision.
Auction: The Fine Collectors Sale, 12th Mar, 2025
